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Jacqui Reid, partner comments: “The targeted support proposals are a very welcome and positive step towards improving support for DC pension scheme members at key junctures in their savings journeys. The pensions industry has a mountain...
In a new ranking, Sackers has been named the most highly recommended law firm in the LB100, based on feedback from nearly 80,000 law firm clients. This recognition places Sackers at the top of the rankings for client satisfaction,...
Effective decision-making for trustees requires careful timing and preparation. Naomi Brown, senior counsel looks at Trustees ensuring they have all the necessary information, input from relevant parties, and time to consider options. Read...
Sackers has been recognised by the Top Employers Institute as a Top Employer 2025 in the UK. Being certified as a Top Employer showcases our dedication to making Sackers a great place to work through our various people practices in areas...
The Chancellor is expected to outline plans to “unlock” DB surpluses in her growth speech on 29 January, in a bid to help boost the economy. Sources suggest that the proposal for releasing the surplus may be included in the...
Claire van Rees, partner, comments: We are encouraged by HMRC’s desire to engage with the industry to understand the impact of its inheritance tax proposals, which would bring most unused pension funds and lump sum death benefits within...
Emma Martin, senior counsel, discusses the challenges employers and trustees face when considering switching master trust providers, a trend increasingly likely due to the upcoming Value for Money regime. Like any relationship, navigating...
Jacqui Reid, partner, comments: “We welcome the Government seeking views from the industry on its proposed reforms to accelerate consolidation in the DC market. We know that the Government’s primary objective is to generate further...
In a recent article in Professional Pensions, partner Peter Murphy highlights the growing awareness among trustees and sponsoring employers about the importance of carefully assessing whether to pursue claims to recover losses. Peter...
