Season 3

Every episode is designed to simplify your Civil Service Pension, helping you better understand your pension and make confident decisions about your future.

Our hosts are joined by expert guests and members who share their insights and stories, encouraging you to view your pension from fresh perspectives.

After two successful seasons, we're excited to present 12 new episodes filled with fresh topics, expert interviews, and member experiences.

Whether you're interested in pensions for millennials, how caring responsibilities might impact your pension, uncovering what the 2015 Remedy (McCloud) means for your retirement, or hearing inspiring member stories, these episodes offer something for everyone.

At the time this podcast was released, all information included was correct.

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A leap into the dark: Gillian’s story

Season 3, Episode 1

Gillian worked globally, first as an Assistant Purser with P&O, then for thirty years at the Foreign & Commonwealth Office.

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Minisode: How does being a dual member work?

Season3, Minisode 1

In the first minisode of this season, Kelly Freaney, Senior Training Consultant joins us to talk about what it means to be a ‘dual member’.

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How does being a carer affect your pension?

Season 3, Episode 2

Cilla Christmas returns to the podcast to talk about what caring responsibilities can mean for your pension and retirement planning.

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Minisode: Four steps to retirement

Season 3, Minisode 2

We chat to Liliana Gonzalez, Training Consultant, who walks us through the retirement process step by step, with tips and advice.

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Retiring with 2015 Remedy (McCloud)

Season 3, Episode 3

This week, we discuss what to expect from the retirement process if you’re affected by 2015 Remedy (McCloud).

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Minisode: New webinar for 2015 Remedy (McCloud)

Season 3, Minisode 3

Emily Wilson, Senior Training Consultant, joins the podcast to discuss new member training on 2015 Remedy (McCloud).

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Riding for life: Patrick’s story

Season 3, Episode 4

Patrick has commuted to work and pursued his favourite hobby after retirement, all on a motorcycle.

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Minisode: Pensions for millennials

Season 3, Minisode 4

Helen Shrimpton explains the importance of considering your pension early, regardless of how far retirement may seem.

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What does a break in service mean for your pension?

Season 3, Episode 5

This week, Emily and Rob sit down with guests to explore the impact that a break in service can have on your pension.

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Minisode: A quick guide to partial retirement

Season 3, Minisode 5

Emily and Rob are joined by Michelle Storer, Training Consultant, to discuss partial retirement.

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Employer Insights

Season 3, Episode 6

Rob sits down with guests to explore the role employers play in the Scheme.

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Minisode: What happens when someone passes away?

Season 3, Minisode 6

We talk through key moments in work and life, and what they can mean for your pension.

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