Bereavement and how we can help you
October 2026
This factsheet aims to guide you through the steps you need to take following the death of any contributing, pensioner or other member holding benefits in the Environment Agency Pension Fund (EAPF).
How do I register a death?
What benefits might be paid?
Independent organisations who can provide bereavement help and support
Other considerations
Sorting pension matters can be confusing, and we want to make this process easier for you. Our step by step bereavement guide will help you work through the things you need to do, from registering the death to settling any benefits payable by the EAPF.
