Death of a retired member

There may be benefits due to your loved ones if you die after you retire. These benefits can include one or more of:

  • A lump sum death grant
  • Survivors’ pensions to a spouse, civil partner or co-habiting partner and eligible children

Survivors’ pensions are paid monthly. However, the lump sum death grant is a one-off payment. You can choose who you’d like to have your death grant. However, payment is at the discretion of the fund, although we’ll usually be guided by your wishes. Your death grant doesn’t form part of your estate.

Survivors’ pensions become due the day after you die.