alpha scheme guide Topics: Working in the Northern Ireland Civil Service, Key sections and resources for NICS Pension Schemes Members Date published: 19 June 2018 Last updated: 6 January 2025 A guide covering all aspects of the alpha pension scheme Documents Content Adobe PDF (82 KB) Section 01 - General information Adobe PDF (126 KB) Section 02 - Taking control of your retirement planning Adobe PDF (196 KB) Section 03 - Life events Adobe PDF (106 KB) Section 04 - Leaving the scheme Adobe PDF (197 KB) Section 5 - Claiming your pension Adobe PDF (275 KB) Section 06 - alpha death benefits Adobe PDF (168 KB) Section 7 - other important information Adobe PDF (272 KB) Help viewing documents