1. REVIEW OF PUBLIC SECTOR PENSIONS 2009

2. We recognise and accept That there is a need to plan for future pension provision That there may be a need to continue to change and adapt pension schemes That the Government is doing the right thing by looking at this problem now

3. Why are we so concerned? Impact on people who have carefully planned for the future – YOU! Past experience/on island expertise Exclusions A one size fits all approach Communication Impact on essential services and recruitment Impact on the island’s future and international standing Impact on the most vulnerable groups

4. The UK context Protected existing entitlement for the life of the members BUT ONLY after concerted union lobbying Members were prepared to take industrial action/go on strike The UK continue to change schemes – changes which are applied here

5. What are Prospect doing? Contributing to the process Lobbying Committing substantial resources FULLY updating and informing you on an ongoing basis Leading the cross union effort

6. What can YOU do? Be prepared to take industrial action to fight for your pension Campaign hard – USE your packs RECRUIT hard MORE members = STRONGER union Stay vocal AND resolute Volunteer!