Updated list of IRMPs

We've recently updated our list of approved Independent Registered Medical Practitioners (IRMPs), who assist with ill-health retirements. You’ll notice that Dr Boag is no longer on the list due to retiring.  

If you're dealing with an ill-health retirement, make sure you’re using an IRMP from the fund’s approved list who is able to provide the opinion under the LGPS regulations. To find out more about ill-health retirement for active members please visit our Ill-health retirement for active members page.

What is an IRMP? 

IRMPs are medical professionals, specialising in occupational health, who give formal opinions during ill-health retirement cases. An IRMP is registered with the General Medical Council and-

(a) holds a diploma in occupational health medicine (D Occ Med) or an equivalent qualification issued by a competent authority in an EEA state; and for the purposes of this definition, "competent authority" has the meaning given by section 55(1) of the Medical Act 1983 (74) ; or

(b) is an Associate, a Member or a Fellow of the Faculty of Occupational Medicine or an equivalent institution of an EEA state. 

If you require any further information please visit our Processing leavers and retirements page.