Pension levy, but no pension?

Hi,

I work at a third-level institution. Although I am technically considered an employee of the institution, my entire salary is provided by a government research body. My contract explicitly states:

PENSION: This employment does not entitle you to membership of the Education Sector Superannuation Scheme. The Institute does offer the opportunity to pay into a PRSA Scheme offered by either Cornmarket Group Financial Services Ltd or Marsh Ireland Ltd which is deductible from salary.

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Despite this, the pension levy (at least that's what I assume it is, it says "Pension Related Decuction") is coming out of my paycheque. How can I be paying a pension levy if I don't have a pension?

Thanks for any help.

Have you contacted anyone in payroll about it?

Yes, he said "That's just the way it is, I'm afraid" - not very helpful!

This was discussed here : Pension Levy but no Pension? previously.

Have a look, particularly at the last few posts, where the FAQ is linked to.

Moved from Pensions to Public sector pensions since this is where the topic has been discussed in the past.