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Written question asked by Samantha Niblett (Labour) on Wednesday, 22 April 2026, in the House of Commons. It was due for an answer on Monday, 27 April 2026 (named day). It was answered by Chris McDonald (Labour) on Monday, 27 April 2026 on behalf of the Department for Energy Security and Net Zero.


Mineworkers’ Pension Scheme

Question

To ask the Secretary of State for Energy Security and Net Zero, if he will make it his policy to use unallocated surplus in the Mineworkers’ Pension Scheme to pay members a further bonus pension.

Answer

I met the Mineworkers’ Pension Scheme Trustees in February to discuss their proposals. We have jointly commissioned analysis which we are considering and we are working towards reaching agreement on future scheme arrangements.


Secondary information

Type
Written question
Reference
129337
Session
2024-26
Grouped for answer
Yes
Subjects
Mineworkers' Pension Scheme
Link
View this Written question on www.parliament.uk