Pensions Bill 2013
Introduction The Pensions Bill 2013 (“the Bill”) was published on 10 May 2013. While its main purpose is to implement the new single tier state pension, it also contains several key measures for occupational pension schemes. In...
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Introduction The Pensions Bill 2013 (“the Bill”) was published on 10 May 2013. While its main purpose is to implement the new single tier state pension, it also contains several key measures for occupational pension schemes. In...
Introduction TPR published its 2013 annual funding statement on 8 May 2013. This year’s annual statement is relevant for trustees and employers of all DB pension schemes, but is primarily aimed at those who are undertaking valuations...
Introduction There is growing evidence of a rise in pension liberation schemes and the systematic targeting of vulnerable members. This is not new; such schemes have been around for many years but often become more aggressive during times...
Background The DWP’s consultation on The Occupational and Personal Pension Schemes (Disclosure of Information) Regulations 2013 (the Regulations) seeks to: streamline the regulations on disclosure, harmonising the terminology used...
Introduction Following a consultation on draft provisions at the end of 2012,1 the Government has formally published the Finance (No.2) Bill) (the “Bill”) together with a set ofExplanatory Notes. In this Alert: Key points...
Introduction In a Budget that generally contains little that is new for workplace pension schemes, the Chancellor has announced the introduction of a new objective for TPR. In this Alert: Key points A new statutory objective for TPR...
Introduction Despite the best efforts of trustees and administrators, the misstatement and overpayment of benefits is not an uncommon event. These cases can often lead to protracted member complaints, many of which result in a complaint to...
