Issue - meetings

Lisa Eglesfield, Pension Administration Service Manager introduced the review of the minutes from the Local Fire Pension Board meeting held on the 17^th June 2024.

The two main points of the report were highlighted as follows –

1.    In relation to the Age Discrimination Remedy (McCloud) it was confirmed that work continues on fire records to implement the changes.  Cases are being categorised into Green, Amber and Red cases. Amber and red cases are currently on hold while outstanding tax issues are reviewed by HMRC.

2.    In relation to the legal case of Second Modified Retained Exercise (“Matthews”), the team have worked further to identify members that could be in scope for this project. Number of in scope members has

increased from 118 to 142. So far 57 members have returned forms

expressing interest in the project.  Some issues had been identified relating to tax payments due from members.

Councillor Jenns confirmed to the committee that he had attended the meeting, and the minutes were a true and accurate record.

Councillor Jenns moved that the recommendation be accepted and was seconded by Councillor Birdi. This was supported unanimously by the Committee.

Resolved:

That the Staff and Pensions Committee receive, consider and comment on the minutes of the meeting of the Warwickshire Fire Local Pension Board on 17 June 2024.