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Circulars Archive 2012
Unsocial Hours - Fair & Sustainable
Concerns have been raised by members over the introduction of the allowance, as part of the pay structure, identified as unsocial hours.
Principal Civil Service Pension Scheme Ballot
The National Executive Committee have determined the timetable for the ballot on pension reform within the Civil Service Scheme for our members in England, Scotland, Wales and Northern Ireland at an Executive meeting on 27th June 2012.
National Committee for Secure Health Care Services Minutes
Please find attached a copy of the above agreed minutes from 18th January in accordance with Conference policy.
Minutes of the High Security & Security Policy Whitley Sub Committee Meeting
Please find attached minutes of the High Security & Security Policy Whitley Sub Committee meeting which took place on the 19th June 2012, for your information.
Pension Contribution Underpayments
You will be aware that the Association have been in discussions with NOMS over a series of alleged underpayments in pension contributions.
E-Petitions Prison Officer Retirement Age
An e-petition has been commenced on the Government website in respect of prison officer retirement age.
The Martyrs of Tolpuddle Festival 13th - 15th July 2012, "Freedom Hike"
The membership will be aware that the Tolpuddle Festival will take place on the 13th - 15th July 2012 and information can be obtained from the following website www.tolpuddlemartyrs.org.uk
Revised Rules and Constitution
In accordance with Annual Conference Motion 100/2003, please find attached the amended Rules and Constitution following Annual Conference 2012.
POA Website: Pensions - Straw Poll
The NEC have provided members with the opportunity to express their preference in respect of the retirement age of members.
Pension ballot
The National Executive Committee on the 13th June 2012 determined that a ballot of the membership would take place in respect of the changes to the Principal Civil Service Pension Scheme.