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  • Pensions

    Topics:
    • Benefits and pensions
    The Department administers all aspects of State Pension for the people of Northern Ireland. It is also responsible for the implementation of the new State Pension system which was introduced on 6 April 2016.

    More in this topic

    • Benefits and pensions - how to apply
    • General benefits information
    • Pension information
    • Pension Schemes Bill 2020
    • Social security policy and guidance
    • Social Security Standards Committee minutes
    • State Pension Reforms
    • Pension Credit toolkit
    • Statutory Guidance – Occupational and Personal Pensions
    • Interministerial Group for Work and Pensions

    Related to Pensions

    Most recent publications

    • Migration of mail opening and scanning services to an outsourced provider - screening

      Published 21 April 2026
    • Synopsis of responses and Departmental response to the LGPS (NI) Statutory Guidance for the implementation of the McCloud Remedy consultation

      Published 12 March 2026
    See all publications in this topic

    Most recent consultations

    • Pensions 2050: Evidence and Future Priorities – interim report

      Published 23 June 2026 Closes 14 July 2026
    • Surplus Flexibilities for Defined Benefit Pension Schemes: Unlocking Value for Employers and Scheme Members

      Published 16 June 2026 Closes 02 September 2026
    See all consultations in this topic

    Most recent news items

    • Minister announces dedicated advice service for Armed Forces community

      Published 20 February 2026
    • Minister says Pension Credit check could unlock crucial cost of living support

      Published 27 October 2025
    See all news in this topic

    Access to information

    How to request information from the Department for Communities including Freedom of Information (FOI) and the use of our Publication Scheme. You may also request your own personal information, via a Right of Access Request.

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