In this section, we will explain how periods of absence are treated within the LGPS and outline the impact these absences can have on a member’s pension benefits.
We will look at:
- Child-related absence
- Authorised absence (less than 15 days)
- Authorised absence (more than 15 days
- Sickness absence
- Reserve Forces leave
- Strike action
More guidance relating to leave of absence can be found on pages 17 to 30 in the LGA Bulletin 276.