On 15 May 2025, Government launched a consultation on changes to the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) in England and Wales. The proposed changes are intended to improve fairness in and access to the LGPS. The proposals include:

The consultation also includes questions on the potential administrator burden and the Government’s duty under Public Sector Equality Duty. MHCLG has published a draft statutory instrument, the Local Government Pension Scheme (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2025, alongside this consultation. The consultation closes on 7 August 2025. The consultation was accompanied by a Written Ministerial statement, specifically mentioning Gender Pensions Gap and thanking the Board and the LGA for their input. The Board welcomes the recognition of the Board’s work and the valuable input of working group members.

The Board will aim to sign off its response to the consultation at its meeting on 21st July and it will also be a major item for discussion at the CMBDA Committee meeting on 30th June.