Pension Committee

The Waltham Forest Pension Committee is responsible for overseeing the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) on behalf of the Council. It acts similarly to trustees, protecting member benefits, directing investments, and monitoring scheme administration.

The committee makes decisions on benefit administration, manages discretion policies, resolves internal disputes, and handles communications with scheme members and employers. It also monitors risks, maintains records, publishes scheme information, and approves the Pension Fund's annual report and financial statements. The committee determines the overall investment strategy, appoints investment managers, and reviews their performance, ensuring compliance with regulations and best practices.