The death benefits that are payable are based on a percentage of the deceased’s pensionable pay. The percentages are shown in the table below.
|
Dependants |
Amount of average pay to be provided following death |
|
Surviving partner only |
45% |
|
Each of the first four children |
10% if there is a surviving parent or |
|
Each dependant incapacitated relative(i.e. a child who has reached age 17 and who, regardless of age, is unable to earn a living due to permanent ill health or mental or physical infirmity) |
20% if there is a surviving parent or |
|
One dependant parent |
20% if there is a surviving partner or |
The total amount of allowances cannot be more than 100% of the deceased's NHS pay. If more information is required, contact the Injury Benefits Scheme administrator at NHS Business Services Authority.