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TPR sets the standard for DC schemes

Introduction On 10 January 2013, TPR published a consultation on a new code of practice (the “Code”), regulatory guidance (the “Guidance”) and regulatory approach relating to the administration and governance of...

RPI – No change

Introduction CPAC was asked to consider and comment on the recommendations the ONS developed following their October 2012 consultation on changing the methodology for calculating RPI. This consultation put forward four possible options...

The Government defines its ambition

Introduction On 22 November 2012, the Government unveiled its strategy for “Reinvigorating workplace pensions”. The proposals build on the Coalition Agreement commitment to put in place “arrangements that result in the...

RPI 2.0 – ONS consultation on changing the index

Introduction Pensions trustees could be forgiven for taking a deep breath and thinking “here we go again” as the ONS consults on making changes to RPI. Following Government announcements in the summer of 2010, CPI replaced RPI...

TPR’s recipe for good DC provision

Introduction Over the last five years, TPR has responded to the growing prominence of DC provision by publishing a number of statements, Q&A guidance notes and detailed discussion papers. In doing so, it has sought to provide a...

TPR consults on revised “contribution” codes and accompanying guidance

Introduction TPR believes that ensuring the right contributions are paid into schemes at the right time will be key to the ongoing success of automatic enrolment. With this in mind, it has revised its current codes of practice on late...