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<p>Thomas Cook schemes provide both Defined Contribution and Defined Benefit pensions.</p><p>
</p><p>Defined Contribution pensions are operated independently of Thomas Cook, with
funds held separately. Pension pots will not be affected and will continue to be invested
on behalf of the members. If there are unpaid pension contributions the Insolvency
Service can make payments out of the National Insurance Fund within specified limits.</p><p>
</p><p>The Thomas Cook Defined Benefit pension schemes are protected by the Pension
Protection Fund. These schemes are well funded and are able to continue to paying
out pensions to their members. The Pension Protection Fund will assess whether it
will need to take responsibility for payments in the future. Payments cannot be lower
than the level of Pension Protection Fund compensation – which is 100% of pension
for those currently above the scheme retirement age, and 90% subject to a cap for
those who are younger, but this may be higher.</p><p> </p><p>The trustees of the Defined
Benefit pension schemes are in touch with members. The Pension Protection Fund has
provided contact details if members have questions.</p>
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