All News articles – Page 145
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NewsPension lawyers reap rewards from legal miasma in calls for reform
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New solution allows schemes to have voting rights on pooled funds
On the go: The Asset Management Exchange and asset manager DWS have created an investment solution that allows pension schemes to express their stewardship preferences in pooled funds.
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Smart Pension pledges to reach carbon zero before 2050
On the go: Smart Pension has committed to developing its investment approach to reach net-zero carbon emissions “well ahead” of the 2050 deadline.
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Guide launched to assess investment consultants’ climate competence
On the go: The Investment Consultants Sustainability Working Group has launched a guide to help trustees in assessing their investment consultants on climate competency.
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PPF halves small scheme levy but warns of future rate hikes
On the go: The Pension Protection Fund has confirmed it will halve the levy for schemes with less than £20m in liabilities in order to “better reflect the risk posed by small schemes”, according to the final version of its 2021-22 levy rules.
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GMP tax guidance expected to land in February
On the go:Guidance from the Pensions Administration Standards Association on the tax implications of guaranteed minimum pensions equalisation is expected to be published next month, according to an update from the body’s dedicated working group.
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NewsIndustry body proposes general levy cap
Industry body proposesgeneral levy capThe Society of Pension Professionals has criticised the government's plans to introduce a 120 per cent general levy hike for defined benefit schemesEnterkeywords.sh_embed {position: relative;height: auto;width:100%;z-index: 0;overflow: hidden;background-color: #222;color: white;font-family: 'Lato', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;}.sh_embed * {-webkit-box-sizing: border-box;-moz-box-sizing: border-box;box-sizing: border-box;}.sh_embed .sh-embed-bg {position: absolute;width: 110%;height: 110%;top: ...
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Trustees demand greater access to technology to support their role
On the go: The coronavirus pandemic has seen off the quarterly meeting cycle, with 80 per cent of trustees agreeing that ad hoc and online meetings are the way forward, according to new research.
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NewsPIPAs on hunt for Covid-defying performances
Pensions Expert’s annual awards are open for entries, with judges imploring providers that have not hid behind Covid excuses and managers that have truly set themselves apart on sustainability to come forward for consideration.
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Opperman calls for HMRC to participate in scams task force
On the go: The minister for pensions and financial inclusion, Guy Opperman, has said he would like to see HM Revenue & Customs have a more active participation in combating pension scams.
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NewsUK asset owners step up search for income in alternatives
UK asset ownersstep up search forincome in alternativesUK institutional investors showed an increased appetite for income-generating alternative asset classes last year amid an ultra-low and negative interest rate environmentEnterkeywords.sh_embed {position: relative;height: auto;width:100%;z-index: 0;overflow: hidden;background-color: #222;color: white;font-family: 'Lato', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;}.sh_embed * {-webkit-box-sizing: border-box;-moz-box-sizing: border-box;box-sizing: border-box;}.sh_embed .sh-embed-bg {position: absolute;width: ...
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NewsDWP proceeds with ‘revolutionary’ climate change agenda
The Department for Work and Pensions has proposed broadening the scope of climate risk analysis to cover not just the environmental impact of pension schemes’ portfolios, but also sponsor covenants and actuarial valuations.
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Aberdeen City Council Transport Fund completes first buy-in
On the go: The circa £300m Aberdeen City Council Transport Fund has secured roughly three-quarters of its liabilities through a buy-in with pensions insurer Rothesay Life.
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Savers lose £78m to ‘clone firm’ investment scams in 2020
On the go: Fraudsters pretending to be legitimate companies stole £78m from unsuspecting victims through pension and investment scams in 2020, according to Action Fraud.
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L&G scheme secures £400m derisking transaction
On the go: The Legal & General Group UK Senior Pension Scheme completed an assured payment policy transaction worth around £400m with the Legal & General Assurance Society in December 2020.
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Thousands warn of ‘unjustified’ USS discount rate rises
More than 3,000 people have written to the trustees of the Universities Superannuation Scheme to criticise proposed changes to the valuation methodology that, they say, will result in its members and employers being overcharged by the scheme.
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Warning over TPR’s guidance on delayed transfer deadlines
On the go: The Pensions Regulator has released guidance warning that trustees need to comply with the six-month transfer deadline even if the member is invested in a gated fund.
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Call for ‘living pension’ to boost contribution levels
On the go: A living pension standard is needed to encourage employers to raise contribution rates and help workers enjoy a decent standard of living in retirement, a think-tank has suggested.
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NewsM&A and new regulations to create upheaval in advisory market
M&A and new regulationsto create upheaval inadvisory marketThis year could see the biggest shake-up in advisory services in a decade with the merger of Aon and Willis Towers Watson expected to be finalised by June 30.Enterkeywords.sh_embed {position: relative;height: auto;width:100%;z-index: 0;overflow: hidden;background-color: #222;color: white;font-family: 'Lato', 'Helvetica Neue', Helvetica, Arial, sans-serif;}.sh_embed * ...
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Debenhams’ schemes to remain in PPF despite Boohoo acquisition
On the go: Struggling high street retailer Debenhams has been brought out of administration by online ‘fast fashion’ outlet Boohoo, but the transaction is understood to leave its two pension schemes in the Pension Protection Fund.