From 1st January 2014, the age at which employees qualify for the State Pension will change from 65 to 66.

For members who are planning to retire in 2014 age 65, there will be a one year gap in retirement without the income of a State Pension. It is important that employees are aware of this change. You should ensure that scheme members approaching retirement age are fully informed about this change.

Further changes are due in 2021 when the qualifying age for the State Pension will change to age 67 and again in 2028 when the age at which employees will qualify for the State Pension will reach age 68.