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D.22 (1) An officer on attaining the age of 50 years may opt to retire any time thereafter.

(2)An officer whose pension is determined under the Pensions Act and has completed ten (10) years’ service, will be eligible for pension should he retire or opt to retire under’50 year’ rule. However, if he has less than ten years’ service, he will be eligible for a gratuity in accordance with the Pensions Regulations.  

(3)An officer will be required to give one (1) month’s notice of his intention to retire under the ’50 year’ rule.

(4)An officer who opts to retire under the ’50 year’ rule will be eligible for benefits under the Pension Scheme.  

(5)Applications from officers to retire under the ’50 year’ rule will be approved by the County Public Service Board.