We keep in touch with and help our pensioners in the following ways:
Prospero
A free newspaper for BBC pensioners, Prospero contains news about pensions, former colleagues and developments at the BBC. It is also available to spouses and dependants. To get on the mailing list, call 029 2032 2811.
Visit the Prospero section here.
Ariel
Ariel is no longer published weekly in printed form, instead it is updated daily online. Ariel is available to view online at: bbc.co.uk/ariel
Volunteer Visiting Scheme
A 'listening ear' for people over 70, those recently bereaved, and anyone in poor health. The scheme covers the UK and visitors are BBC pensioners themselves. If you want to be visited or to find out about becoming a visitor, call 0845 712 5529 (local rate).
Benevolent fund
Funded by the BBC to provide support for pensioners and their families at times of unexpected financial hardship, when help from other sources is not available. The Trustees are responsible for awarding grants. Call 029 2032 3772 for details.
Grace Wyndham Goldie (BBC) Trust Fund
A registered charity funded by voluntary contributions to provide small grants towards the cost of education, and the relief of sickness or hardship not covered by help from other sources. The Trustees are responsible for awarding grants.
Call 029 2032 3772 for details.
Membership of the BBC Club in London
This is open to retired staff and to spouses or partners. The Prospero section is run by pensioners for pensioners. Call 020 8752 6666 for details and membership rates. Arrangements for regional clubs vary.
BBC Shops
At BBC shops, retired staff and spouses or partners can buy BBC products at staff prices. The current reductions are 30% off most goods.
Call 020 8225 8230 for a stock list or visit their website bbcshop.com
'myDeals' for pensioners
As a leading UK employer, the BBC has negotiated a package of competitively priced insurance products and services, known as 'myDeals'. They are all available to spouses and partners as well. Full details.
