19 November 2024
The value of being a USS member
Take a look at what you get as a USS member, so you can think about how to align your benefits with your retirement and lifestyle goals.
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Set your communications preferences
Check your email address is correct so we can keep in touch (use a personal email so we can help you keep on top of your pension if you change jobs or retire)
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19 November 2024
How will you achieve your lifestyle and retirement goals?
In our latest podcast, younger and older members discuss how they’re planning and saving for the future.
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24 October 2024
Planning for the future if you're no longer paying in to USS
Financial planning is like planning a journey – where you’re going and how you’re going to get there. It’s taking a look at what you’ve got now, what you want in the future and putting a plan in place achieve it.
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18 October 2024
Don't fall for a pension scam
Pension scams are on the rise, and anyone can be a target. Being aware of the warning signs can help you stay one step ahead of fraudsters.
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14 October 2024
Planning for the future
Financial planning is like planning a journey – where you’re going and how you’re going to get there. It’s taking a look at what you’ve got now, what you want in the future and putting a plan in place achieve it.
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14 October 2024
Inflation and your pension
This year it’s the 50th anniversary of USS. When we started, in 1974, you could buy a Mars bar for a few pence, now you don’t get much change from a pound. But what’s that got to do with your pension?
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30 July 2024
Power of attorney and your USS pension
A lasting power of attorney (LPA) is a way of giving someone you know the ability to make decisions on your behalf if you become unable to do this yourself.
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30 July 2024
Even in retirement it’s important to plan for the future
Planning for your future is just as important in retirement as it is during your working life. And knowing your loved ones will still have the financial support they need even after you’ve gone, not only reassures you but can reassure them too.
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28 May 2024
Looking after your loved ones
As a USS member you might be entitled to life cover, so if the worst should happen, your USS benefits could still provide for your loved ones. So we know who you’d like to receive your USS pension and tax-free lump sum, complete an Expression of Wish form.