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Schemes eager to back government’s infrastructure investment drive

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Almost two-thirds (65%) of UK pension fund leaders expect to increase allocations to UK infrastructure over the next 12 months, according to new research.

LGPS in surplus as assets hit record £400bn

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Data from Isio shows an aggregate funding ratio of 106% as of 31 March 2024 across local authority pension funds in England and Wales.

Strathclyde to switch £4bn into low-carbon indices

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The Scottish local government scheme also plans to invest heavily into gilts following a detailed review of its investment strategy.

LGPS Central backs M&G real estate debt fund with £200m

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The Midlands-based local authority asset pool has contributed to a £350m fundraise.

LPFA ahead of emissions reduction target

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The £7.7bn London Pensions Fund Authority has succeeded in reducing emissions from listed equity investments by 75% compared to 2019.

What the Budget means for the LGPS

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Local authorities have been given some key duties in chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s Budget speech.

Appointments: LGPS Central, Hymans, Vidett

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The latest hires, promotions and appointments for the week ending 1 March 2024.

LGPS system funding improves through January

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Local authority funds are de-risking as their funded status is improving, new data show.

LGPS funds making further progress on climate goals

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West Yorkshire, Tyne & Wear and GLIL have all taken active steps to improve their climate and sustainability credentials in recent months.

Understanding stakeholder views to invest for positive change

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Avon Pension Fund’s Nick Dixon explains how his team worked with stakeholders to improve engagement on sustainability issues such as net zero.