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Special report: The Pension Schemes Bill in the House of Lords
The landmark legislation begins its report stage this week, with peers still debating more than 180 amendments to the Pension Schemes Bill. Pensions Expert explores what is up for discussion over the next two weeks.
In Depth: The evolution of bulk annuities as WTW eyes £70bn market in 2026
Could the defined benefit risk transfer market exceed £70bn in 2026? WTW’s experts certainly believe so, and there is a lot of evidence to support the continued vibrance of the bulk annuities sector, as Nick Reeve reports.
In Depth: Understanding and addressing the gender and race pension gaps
A new study has shed light on the pension saving experiences of non-white women, as part of the retirement industry’s ongoing efforts to narrow the savings gaps between men and women and between white and non-white people.
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In Depth: Regulators begin work on private markets as interest grows
The Pensions Regulator and the Bank of England are launching separate exploratory exercises focusing on private markets, as pension scheme interest grows and the government continues to push for more domestic allocations.
In Depth: The last-ditch campaign to save salary sacrifice
The pensions industry has rallied in a last-ditch attempt to dissuade the government from changing salary sacrifice rules, just days ahead of the Budget.
In Depth: Insurers come through stress test with flying colours
Leading bulk annuity providers have been given a clean bill of health from the Bank of England following a major stress test of their balance sheets. Pensions Expert takes a look at what the results mean for schemes exploring a buy-in or buyout.
In Depth: Exploring the £1.2trn defined contribution landscape
The latest edition of the Pensions Policy Institute’s DC Future Book shows a maturing landscape for defined contribution provision, amid profound policy shifts.
In Depth: The battle for pre-1997 indexation [updated]
Pensions Expert explores the debates around pre-97 indexation and how the Pension Protection Fund could use its reserves to support affected pensioners – if the government allows it.
Amendment Watch: What changes are being proposed to the Pension Schemes Bill?
More than 270 amendments to the Pension Schemes Bill have been put forward for consideration by the parliamentary committee scrutinising the draft legislation. Pensions Expert looks at some of the most significant proposals.
In Depth: Rachel Reeves faces difficult Budget balancing act
Experts warn the government may be weighing up reforms to pensions taxation, with each option carrying major implications for savers and the Treasury alike. Sara Benwell reports on the various rumours and how they might be received.
Mind the gap: Pensions Commission urged to act on gender inequality
The government’s latest figures reveal a 48% gender pensions gap among those nearing retirement. Experts say the new Pensions Commission must address systemic inequalities and act fast to prevent a deepening crisis.
In Depth: Sole trustee providers reviewing their operations as popularity soars
Sole trusteeships increased by 13% year-on-year, according to Hymans Robertson, despite increased scrutiny of professional trustee firms from the Pensions Regulator.
Latest interviews
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.
Five Questions For… Lisa Mundy, Schroders Retirement Benefits Scheme
In the first of a new series, the independent chair of Schroders’ pension scheme explains how and why the trustee board has elected to run on after generating a significant surplus.