Construction Workers Pension Scheme rate changes from 3 August 2026

The Construction Workers Pension Scheme (CWPS) contribution rates that apply from 3 August 2026 in Sage 50 Payroll Ireland.

The standard weekly CWPS contribution rates change from 3 August 2026.

	Employer contribution	Member contribution	Total
Pension	€32.89	€21.95*	€54.84
Death in service	€1.17	€1.17*	€2.34
Sick pay	€2.37	€0.63	€3.00
Total	€36.43	€23.75	€60.18

*Pension and death in service contributions reduce the employee's pay before Sage 50 Payroll Ireland calculates PAYE.

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Update CWPS rates

To apply the new rates in Sage 50 Payroll Ireland, follow the steps in the update the CWPS rates effective from 3 August 2026 guide.