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A defined benefit scheme, also known as a final salary or salary-related scheme, provides retirement benefits which is based on your length of service and salary. The definition of what counts as salary differs from scheme to scheme and is defined by the scheme rules. Examples include:
•    Your final salary immediately before you retire
•    Your salary at some point in the years leading up to retirement
•    Your average earnings during your period of employment
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