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Paragraph 4 Meaning of “active member of an existing scheme “

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(1)

For the purpose of Parts 2 and 3 of this Schedule, a person (P) is an active member of an existing scheme on a given date if on that date—

(a)

P is in pensionable service under that scheme; or

(b)

P is on a gap in service not exceeding 5 years.

(2)

For the purpose of sub-paragraph (1)(b), after the closing date for an existing scheme P is not on a gap in service while P is in pensionable public service.

(3)

In sub-paragraph (2), “the closing date for an existing scheme” means the date referred to in section 18(4)(a) or (b) of the Act as applicable.