Regulation 27 Amendment of regulation 2.C.6

After paragraph (5) of regulation 2.C.6 (contributions by employing authorities: members becoming entitled to pensions under regulation 2.D.11), insert—

“(6)

In the case of an employing authority which is an Independent Provider, any contributions that are due to the Secretary of State under this regulation must be—

(a)

determined by the Secretary of State on the advice of the Scheme Actuary;

(b)

paid by way of a single lump sum payment;

(c)

received by the Secretary of State within 1 month of the date on which the Provider is notified of the amount of those contributions due.

(7)

Where a Provider fails to make the payment in accordance with paragraph (6)(c), entitlement to benefits under regulation 2.D.11 ceases.”.