All member ballot
This September, CSPA members will take part in our first all-member ballot to elect key members of the Executive Council. Ballot papers will be included with the Autumn edition of The Pensioner, and members whose email addresses we hold will also receive a secure link to vote online. Whether you choose to vote by post or […]
Understanding the Executive Council
This September marks an important milestone for the CSPA. For the first time, all members will have the opportunity to vote directly in elections for national Executive Council positions. Between now and early September, we’ll be sharing more information about the election process and introducing the candidates standing for election. Before voting opens, we thought […]
Automated External Defibrillator (AED)
After I attended a First-Aid course, I thought it would be a good idea to pass on how easy it is to find and use an Automated External Defibrillator (AED). Just put “defib finder” into your search engine (Google, Edge etc.). Click on “Where is my nearest defibrillator” Click “find a defib” Red box appears […]
Staying Safe Online
Staying safe online doesn’t need to be complicated. A few small habits can make a big difference in protecting your personal information and keeping your connection secure. What to keep in mind Use strong, secure passwords Create passwords that are long and hard to guess, using a mix of letters, numbers and symbols. Avoid using […]
Spring issue of the Pensioner out now
Our quarterly members magazine “The Pensioner” keeps you in touch with the latest developments and campaigns and is a font of useful information. This magazine is sent free of charge to all members, but we’re sharing a small snippet of our latest edition with everyone (members can read the full 48 page edition here). If […]
CSPA Scotland – Manifesto
CSPA Scotland Branch looks after the interests of all retired civil servants in Scotland and campaigns on issues of interest to pensioners in general. Click on the image below to read our manifesto and the issues we’re campaigning for, on behalf of you, our members.
Pension Age Winter Payment
Pension Age Winter Heating Payment helps people of State Pension age pay their heating bills. It’s paid once a year and replaced Winter Fuel Payment for people in Scotland. If you’re eligible You could get a payment of between £101.70 and £305.10. Most eligible people get the payment automatically and do not need to apply. You’ll get […]
Civil Service Pensions to rise by 3.8% from April 2026
Civil Service Pensions are due to rise by 3.8% from 6 April next year (2026), following ONS announcement of the September increase in the Consumers Prices Index (CPI) on October 22nd. Although this is better than last year`s disappointing 1.7% increase, CPI had been expected to rise to 4% in September before dropping to around 2% by […]
Report on the CSPA National AGM 2025.
The 71st Annual General Meeting (AGM) of the Civil Service Pensioners’ Alliance was held in the Chesford Grange Hotel, Kenilworth on Wednesday 8th and Thursday 9th October 2025. Scotland Branch was represented at the AGM by Christine McGiveron, on the Executive Council, Michael Kirby as the Branch delegate and Linda Kirby as Sponsored Representative. The […]
UK Banks confirm new withdrawal limits for over 67’s from 27 September.
U.K. banks have announced new withdrawal limits for customers aged 67 and over, starting from 27 September 2025. This move is part of wider measures to enhance financial security, prevent fraud and encourage safer banking habits among older customers. Banks say the changes are designed to protect vulnerable individuals and ensure smoother banking experiences, What […]