The Hewlett Packard Limited Retirement Benefits Plan has changed the structure of its trustee board to a trustee company, in a move to simplify processes while increasing scrutiny of trustee actions.
Investment
S&N dives into infra and absolute return funds
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May 22, 2017
The Scottish & Newcastle Pension Plan has agreed to introduce a new allocation to infrastructure debt while increasing its absolute return exposure, as schemes seek steady returns and diversification.
First asset managers commit to LGPS transparency code
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May 21, 2017
The Local Government Pension Scheme advisory board has launched its code of transparency to improve cost disclosure, amid early indications that asset managers will sign up.
Advice suitable but disclosure too complex, finds FCA
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May 19, 2017
The Financial Conduct Authority has published the findings from its review into the suitability of pensions and investment advice, but while the results are reassuring, experts say more needs to be done to make advice less convoluted.
Manchester University upgrades investment strategy
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May 19, 2017
Trustees of the Manchester University Superannuation Scheme have adopted a new liability-driven investment strategy, while dropping a UK equity mandate in favour of global equities.
What the DB green paper might (not) change
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May 11, 2017
As the deadline for the consultation on defined benefit security and sustainability approaches, what are the industry's hopes – and fears – for the DB framework?
Should trustees review their advisers more often?
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May 8, 2017
Analysis: There are myriad tasks involved in running a scheme, so time is precious and efficiency is key. But when it comes to evaluating advice, how can trustees measure performance, and should they be reviewing their consultants more frequently?
Suffolk scheme fills gaps with greenfield infra
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May 8, 2017
The Suffolk Pension Fund has added to its alternatives allocation, including a commitment to illiquid credit and an investment in a greenfield infrastructure fund, as experts have highlighted the importance of good governance when investing in illiquids.
ESG investing: Giving up greenhouse gases, not performance
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May 2, 2017
Carbon from burning fossil fuels is the key greenhouse gas that causes climate change, and cutting investments in carbon-emitting companies doesn’t mean falling behind in performance.
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Vauxhall boosts LDI and DGFs in scheme overhaul
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May 2, 2017
The Vauxhall pension plan has restructured its asset allocation by increasing exposure to liability-driven investments and diversified growth funds, as experts agree these are “sensible” steps to take.