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If you are entitled to a pension and need to contact the Tax Office, remember to
quote your National Insurance number and also the reference 673/SY2.

Warning
Some people get confused about what is classed as income when they claim
State Benefits. As well as being taxable, pensions are classed as income and
should be declared on forms for things like income support, rent rebate and
housing benefits. It is better to declare pension details on all types of benefit
claims as overpaid benefits have to be paid back.

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Health Scheme Contributions

If your spouse/civil partner was paying contributions to Westfield you can have
contributions deducted from your pension. Simply complete section 4 of the
Beneficiary’s Form.
If you need to claim benefit, just ask your Health Scheme for a claim form, fill it in
and let them have it back. Tell them that you are a SYPA pensioner and give
them your pension number which you will find on your payslip.
If you wish to join Westfield at a later date you should approach Westfield direct.

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Life Certificates

A Life Certificate is a simple form that is sent to selected pensioners from time to
time. If you receive one, you should sign it and get someone who knows you, but
is not related to you, to witness your signature.
Life Certificates are used as a security measure to prevent pensions being paid
for people who have died or are no longer entitled to them. The certificates will
be sent by email if you provide an email address on the Beneficiary’s Form.

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