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Consolidator in waiting? Government taking its time to assess extension of PPF remit
The government will not legislate for a new consolidator for DB pension schemes in the upcoming Pension Schemes Bill, but is still exploring the potential for the Pension Protection Fund to take on the role in future.
Cheviot revamps operational and investment models to boost master trust offering
The master trust provider has struck new partnerships with Spence & Partners and Van Lanschot Kempen as it seeks to modernise its services to defined benefit and defined contribution clients.
Surplus plans welcomed by trustees but concern raised over ‘deadlock’ cases
The Association of Member Nominated Trustees has welcomed the government’s planned approach to surplus extraction rules that will place trustees at the centre of decision-making.
Trustees to be given full discretion over DB scheme surplus release
Defined benefit pension schemes will be able to release surplus if they are overfunded on a low dependency basis, under proposals outlined by the government this week.
How the Pensions Investment Review will change DC default funds
The government has set out a multi-year vision for how DC consolidation will play out, with transition plans to be put in place to help smaller providers reach its coveted £25bn target.
PLSA warns against making UK investment mandatory
Giving the government the power to force particular asset allocations could undermine trust in the pensions system and introduce downside risks for pension schemes, the trade body has said.
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Editor’s notes: Backstop power is a sword of Damocles for the pensions sector
The government plans to give itself powers in the Pension Schemes Bill to intervene in scheme asset allocation and LGPS fund mergers. We should probably be worried, writes Pensions Expert editor Nick Reeve.
Decumulation CDC is a natural fit for the UK’s maturing DC pensions
Simon Eagle, a member of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries’ (IFoA) collective defined contribution working party, explains that traditional defined contribution retirement in the UK is on the verge of a major transformation.
Virgin Media v NTL Pension Trustees: where are we now?
There are an estimated 50,000 amendments that need to be reviewed following the Virgin Media ruling. Matthew Swynnerton of the Society of Pension Professionals explores how trustees can approach this unenviable task.
Editor’s notes: Attempting to solve the ‘nastiest, hardest problem in finance’
After an illuminating day at the Pensions Expert DC Strategic Summit last week, editor Nick Reeve opines on the decumulation dilemma.
Latest features
Could UK investments be mandated if Mansion House Accord flounders?
The Mansion House Accord appears to have been struck with pragmatism and collaboration, but legal experts are already considering what could happen if this collegiate approach breaks down.
Making sense of the ‘crammed’ legislative agenda for pensions
With the Pension Schemes Bill due to be laid before parliament in the coming weeks, consultancy group LCP has attempted to make sense of the wave of new rules and regulations expected to be introduced.
In Depth: Key talking points from the government’s WPC enquiry response
The government will consult later this year on trustee accreditation and more support for member-nominated trustees as part of wider governance reforms.
Five Questions For… Jeff Dong, City and County of Swansea Pension Fund
The latest in Pensions Expert’s Five Questions series features one of the leading lights in local authority pensions in Wales. Jeff Dong, head of finance and pension fund at the City & County of Swansea, explains how his fund has evolved over the past 20 years and the investments it is making into the local community.
Pensions lawyers call on government to resolve s37 uncertainty
DB pension schemes have been left in legal limbo in relation to section 37 confirmations, with the High Court expected to take several months to produce its latest judgement.
Could UK investments be mandated if Mansion House Accord flounders?
Making sense of the ‘crammed’ legislative agenda for pensions
In Depth: Key talking points from the government’s WPC enquiry response
Five Questions For… Jeff Dong, City and County of Swansea Pension Fund
Pensions lawyers call on government to resolve s37 uncertainty
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The latest hires, promotions and appointments for the week ending 9 May 2025.
Border to Coast hires for advisory roles to get ‘fit for the future’
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Cheviot revamps operational and investment models to boost master trust offering
The master trust provider has struck new partnerships with Spence & Partners and Van Lanschot Kempen as it seeks to modernise its services to defined benefit and defined contribution clients.
How the Pensions Investment Review will change DC default funds
The government has set out a multi-year vision for how DC consolidation will play out, with transition plans to be put in place to help smaller providers reach its coveted £25bn target.
PLSA warns against making UK investment mandatory
Giving the government the power to force particular asset allocations could undermine trust in the pensions system and introduce downside risks for pension schemes, the trade body has said.
A step too far? Mandatory UK investment remains a threat after Pension Investment Review
The forthcoming Pension Schemes Bill will give the government the power to force pension funds to invest in the UK.
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Consolidator in waiting? Government taking its time to assess extension of PPF remit
The government will not legislate for a new consolidator for DB pension schemes in the upcoming Pension Schemes Bill, but is still exploring the potential for the Pension Protection Fund to take on the role in future.
Cheviot revamps operational and investment models to boost master trust offering
The master trust provider has struck new partnerships with Spence & Partners and Van Lanschot Kempen as it seeks to modernise its services to defined benefit and defined contribution clients.
Surplus plans welcomed by trustees but concern raised over ‘deadlock’ cases
The Association of Member Nominated Trustees has welcomed the government’s planned approach to surplus extraction rules that will place trustees at the centre of decision-making.
Trustees to be given full discretion over DB scheme surplus release
Defined benefit pension schemes will be able to release surplus if they are overfunded on a low dependency basis, under proposals outlined by the government this week.
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