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Sackers responds to the DWP’s consultation setting out a “detailed proposed approach” to the new VFM framework for DC schemes, along with draft regulations and draft FCA rules (see our Alert for details). Helen Ball, partner, comments: “We welcome the recent progress that has been made in developing a more consistent approach to assessing value […]
The DWP’s consultation and discussion paper on DC pension scale requirements closes on 7 September 2026. Commenting on the consultation, Michael Jones, partner, said: “The...
Sackers welcomes Charlotte Adams and Fraser Sutton as Graduate Solicitor Apprentices. The Graduate Solicitor Apprenticeship Programme provides an alternative and accessible route into the legal...
As part of its Autumn Budget 2025, the Government confirmed that tax legislation would be amended to treat surplus payments from ongoing DB schemes to members...
Sackers today commented on the DWP consultation on DB surplus flexibilities “Unlocking Value for Employers and Scheme Members”. From 6 April 2027, trustees of ongoing...
Dan Traynor, associate, comments on the clarity needed on cohabitation and sharing of future pension benefits. The lack of an agreed start date for cohabitation...
Collective defined contribution (CDC) is gathering momentum. The authorisation window for multi-employer CDC schemes opened this month and we expect several multi-employer CDC schemes live...
Helen Ball, partner, comments: “An exciting new chapter of CDC begins on 31 July. Regulations will come into force enabling multi-employer schemes for unconnected employers...
Georgina Jones, partner, comments: “We welcome the DWP’s efforts to refine the transfer regulations and make the process work more effectively for pension savers while...
