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News, updates and videos
Keep up to date with our member articles and corporate news to help you get the most out of your membership.
Watch our videos to get to grips with all things pensions and what you might need to do.
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My USS - online account
Log in or register for My USS to view the value of your benefits and any savings to see if you’re on track.
You can also manage your membership and set your preferences.
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Get in touch
Whether you want to top up your pension, view your online account or you haven't found the answer to your query here, you can also contact us.
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Member news
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19 November 2024
The value of being a USS member
Take a look at what you get as a USS member, so you can think about how to align your benefits with your retirement and lifestyle goals.
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Videos for members
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Member video
Making the most of My USS - your online portal
Watch our video about how to make the most of My USS - your online portal.
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Member video
Your hybrid pension - the basics
Watch our video to find out what you need do to manage your hybrid pension and make the most of your savings for the future.
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Member video
Looking after loved ones
Watch our Looking after loved ones video that explains your benefits as a member in more detail should the worst happen.
Webinars
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Member Webinar
Our journey to Net Zero
Here’s your chance to catch up on our latest webinar where you’ll hear from USSIM's Head of Strategic Equities – Innes McKeand and Head of Responsible Investment - David Russell. They talk about why climate change matters for investments, what Net Zero is and how they’re planning to achieve our Net Zero ambition, and of course what this means for members.
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3 October 2024
Focus on pension tax
Watch a more in-depth session on tax allowances if you are making, or have, significant pension savings.
How-to video guides
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My USS: How to reset your password or PIN
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My USS: How to make additional contributions
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My USS: How to update your TRA
Learn how to update your Target Retirement Age in My USS.
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