Welcome to a dedicated Pensions website on which you will find information pertaining to your pension plan as well as links to online systems for the various pension schemes. Please feel free to make suggestions on what you would like to see on the site or give us some feedback via our contact form.

On 1 October 2010 this Defined Contribution section became the default scheme for all employees of Hanson UK.

This scheme is appropriate to all new joiners.

The Powerhouse Retail Group is one of the 26 Groups of the Electricity Supply Pension Scheme (ESPS). The Scheme is an industry wide pension Scheme comprising companies formed on privatisation of the electricity industry.

The Castle Pension Scheme is governed by a Trust Deed and Rules as amended from time to time.

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A group of resources to help you educate yourself about your pension options

Hanson is joining many large businesses in the UK including British Energy, BAE Systems and Lafarge by offering all eligible employees the chance to save money through a salary exchange agreement known as Smart Pensions.

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There comes a time when your mind will turn to taking pension benefits. But the options available to you are many and complex. Everyone’s needs will be different and your best option is to seek the proper advice.