It has long been argued that defined contribution schemes should make greater use of illiquidity premiums, but what does the ideal long-term portfolio actually look like, and what steps can trustees take to get round barriers to entry?

Analysis: Independent financial advice firm LEBC’s decision to leave the defined benefit transfer market has reignited concerns over shortages of quality advice, with experts warning that tighter regulation could lead to further exits.

On the go: The Aviva Master Trust and Workers Pension Trust have been added to the Pensions Regulator’s list of authorised schemes.

On the go: The Pensions Regulator is warning employers not to avoid their pension duties after one company ended up with a £350,000 fine.

Experts have stressed the need for financial education after recent research found that more than a third of savers do not know how to access their pension pots and one in five people are “not bothering” with their pensions at all.

On the go: Atlas Master Trust, The Cheviot Pension and The People’s Pension have all been added to the Pensions Regulator’s list of authorised master trusts.

Aegon has agreed to lower its fund charges for defined contribution members of the Electricity North West Group of the Electricity Supply Pension Scheme, after trustees challenged the provider following a review of other players in the market.

Childcare costs and commitments, as well as the absence of tailored communications, mean that many women are retiring with less than men.