The Firefighters' Pension Scheme Local Pension Board was scheduled to meet on Tuesday, 7 January 2025. The meeting's agenda included a review of monitoring reports, pension bulletins, and a consultation on Home Office pension contributions.

Monitoring Report

The board was scheduled to consider a monitoring report, which would have provided an update on the performance and status of the Firefighters' Pension Scheme. This report would have detailed key performance indicators and any relevant operational updates.

Bluelight Fire Pension Bulletins

Discussions were planned around Bluelight Fire Pension Bulletins. These bulletins typically provide updates on legislative changes, scheme administration, and other relevant information affecting fire service pension schemes across the country.

Home Office Pension Contribution Consultation

A significant item on the agenda was the Home Office Pension Contribution Consultation. This consultation likely sought views on proposed changes to pension contribution rates for firefighters, which could have financial implications for both members and the scheme.

Retained Firefighters' Pension Settlement Second Options Exercise

The meeting was also scheduled to address the Retained Firefighters' Pension Settlement Second Options Exercise, specifically relating to the Matthews case. This item would have focused on providing options and clarity for retained firefighters regarding their pension settlements.

Draft Annual Report

The board was set to review a draft of the Firefighters' Pension Scheme Local Pension Board's Annual Report. This report would have summarised the board's activities, findings, and recommendations over the past year.

West Yorkshire Pension Fund Reports

The meeting agenda included a review of the West Yorkshire Pension Fund (WYPF) Monthly Client Reports. These reports provide detailed financial and administrative information regarding the management of the pension fund. Additionally, a specific WYPF Report to NCC's FPS LPB was expected.

The meeting was scheduled to take place in Committee Room 2 at County Hall, Morpeth, Northumberland. The meeting was not open to the general public, as per the council's constitution. The attendees included Steve Richards, Councillor John Ace Beynon, Michael McKendrick, Councillor Malcolm Robinson, Graeme Binning, Simon Long (Board Secretary), Nichola Turnbull, and Helen Scargill (Client Relationship Manager, West Yorkshire Pension Fund). The Chief Executive, Dr Helen Paterson, was also noted in the correspondence.