NIPSA commenced age discrimination claims in June 2022 on behalf of approximately 45,000 members arising from unlawful changes to public sector pension arrangements introduced in 2015.
A recent Employment Tribunal judgment has confirmed that NIPSA acted properly in submitting these claims on a protective basis. However, the Tribunal has also ruled that members who do not provide consent for their claims to proceed will have their claims struck out.
NIPSA is continuing to contact affected members by post and email to seek outstanding consents.
Action Required
Members who have not yet confirmed their authority are strongly urged to complete the consent questionnaire without delay to ensure their claim remains live.
Deadline: 30 January 2026
Failure to respond by this date may result in the loss of the right to pursue a claim.