Written Question·Treasury·UIN 906176

British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme

Tabled: 29 October 2025
Answered: 4 November 2025
Named Day

Question

Steve Yemm

LabourMansfield

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what recent discussions she has had with Cabinet colleagues on the potential merits of using the investment reserve to increase the pensions of members of the British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme.

Answer

James Murray
The Government is considering the proposals put forward by the trustees regarding the investment reserve transfer to British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme members. The Government will reach a decision as soon as possible this year.