Forces Pension Society

An independent, not-for-profit membership funded organisation that acts as an Armed Forces pension watchdog for the whole military community.

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A fantastic day celebrating 80 years of us!🎉
Here’s a short look back at the highlights from our AGM.

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Looking back, moving forward 🎉

Our AGM was extra special this year as we celebrated 80 years of the Society.

From key updates to a shared 80th birthday moment 🎂 - thank you to everyone who joined us!
Read more ➡️ https://t.co/pr686Q31d9

#FPS80 #ForcesPensionSociety

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📢 Milroy Case Update: MOD’s challenge on unfair pension treatment for part‑time Reserve service (pre‑2015) has a Court of Session hearing on 8 October.

For details & guidance see:

➡️ https://t.co/ZGlp9pEALf

#MilroyCase #ReserveService #ArmedForces Pensions

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Last month we spoke to 1200+ service personnel, leavers & veterans.

💬 Top Qs: When can I access my pension? What if I leave early? Can I add to it?
✅ Start early. Check your info. Ask questions.

👉 June Roadshow coming up https://t.co/NRGWDh5F6z

#ArmedForcesPensions

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📊AFCAS results are in 📊

From morale to pay & pensions, one point stands out for us: better pension communication is essential for informed financial decisions 💷📢

Highlights at: ▶️ https://t.co/ldnVYfiCQW

#ArmedForces #MilitaryLife #ArmedForcesPensions

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⚠️15M people aren’t saving enough for retirement - rising to 19M without action. Millions risk a financial cliff-edge according to a recent report from the Pensions Commission.

Read more 👉 https://t.co/yQQDxg67F7

#PensionsUK #PensionPlanning #FinancialSecurity

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@Merri_ManP Pension lump sums for the Armed Forces will not be affected by an increase to the SCAPE rate.  AFPS lump sums are calculated differently than the Police 1987 pension scheme.

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🤔 One thing you wish you’d known earlier about your Armed Forces pension?

❓ How it works ? What I’m entitled to? When I can claim? Where to get help?

We'd be interested to know 👇

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CAN I TAKE MY PENSION EARLY? Yes, but it’ll be reduced, and the earlier you take it, the bigger the cut.

💠 AFPS 75: from age 60
💠 AFPS 05/RFPS: from age 55
💠 AFPS 15: from age 55
💡 Ill health rules are different

🤔More at ➡️ https://t.co/L6Wp9L94y3 #ArmedForcesPensions

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Service Leavers: could you be missing something in your pensions knowledge? 🤔
Join us the @CTPinfo Financial Aspects of Resettlement Brief - a must for those leaving the Armed Forces!

👉 https://t.co/vWjyN05pWc

#ServiceLeavers #CTPBrief #CareerTransition #ArmedForcesPensions

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⚠️ Armed Forces pensions face major challenges. Our Chief Executive highlights six key issues impacting the military community.

➡️ https://t.co/eVeBSGGNyA

#ArmedForcesPensions #MilitaryCommunity #ArmedForces #PensionChallenges

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🌟Proudly marking 80 years supporting the military community since 1946. Our CEO reflects on this vital milestone.

Learn more: ➡️ https://t.co/4oiRAAGviT

#MilitaryCommunity #Anniversary #Veterans #FPS80 #ArmedForcesPensions

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Our upcoming Pensions Roadshow is here to help - offering guidance, clarity, and the chance to speak directly with us.

If your unit or group would benefit from a session, please do get in touch.

➡️ https://t.co/6zXeo1Wb90

#FPSRoadshow #ArmedForcesPensions

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On 6 May, our CE met Armed Forces Commissioner Polly Miller-Perkins CBE to discuss our 2026 key challenges and improving pension services. 🤝

Read about this here: https://t.co/y2DFsVEfDR

#ArmedForces #MilitaryCommunity #ArmedForcesPensions #Government

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"Excited for the @CTPinfo event tomorrow!

Navigating pension changes? Come chat with our experts at our stand - let's discuss your options.

See you there! 👋
#CTP #Transition #ForcesFamily #ArmedForcesPensions

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📅We're in Edinburgh next week for our fifth Employment Fair of 2026!

If you can’t make it to Edinburgh, don’t worry we’ve got more dates coming up. On 21 May, we’ll be in Plymouth and we'd love to see you there.

👉Book your place here https://t.co/5rkIib3sYe

#CTP #CTPEF

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✉️ Around April–May, Armed Forces Pension recipients receive an Advice of Payment letter from Equiniti. It confirms pension rates, payment details, and other important information.

👉 More info: https://t.co/n9DRRxyFmZ

#ArmedForcesPensions #Veterans

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🔄 Leaving the Armed Forces after 30 years of service is a major life transition.
🧭 For this member, navigating their pension options felt understandably overwhelming.

We're here to help https://t.co/GgLN1ei9Pm

#ArmedForcesPensions #Resettlement #FPSMembers #FridayFeedback

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A great session for @MBDAGroup in Stevenage yesterday.

Questions highlighted a clear need for pension guidance - we’re here to help with options, forecast clarity, and next steps. 🤝 Reach out ➡️ https://t.co/GPMkaXNc4W

#FPSRoadshow #ArmedForcesPensions #ArmedForcesCommunity

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FPS Members 🎉

2026 marks 80 years of the Society! The Spring edition of Pennant - coming soon - celebrates the journey with the trusted finance and pensions guidance you value, plus plenty more to enjoy. 🌟

#FPSMembers #80YearsStrong #PennantMagazine #Anniversary

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💷A new tax year always brings questions - and if you’re leaving the Armed Forces, tax can feel far more complicated.

This article looks at what changes, what can go wrong, and how to stay on top of it.

➡️https://t.co/dGKvG35Hgq

#Tax #ArmedForces #Resettlement