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The £25bn question: TPR report casts doubt on benefits of scale
New research from the Pensions Regulator indicates that scaling up defined contribution pension schemes will not bring guaranteed economies of scale.
Appointments: SEI, L&G, Arc, People’s, Muse, Penfold, ABI
The latest hires, promotions and appointments for the week ending 8 May 2026.
Pro trustees to oversee two thirds of DB market in five years, report predicts
Isio’s survey finds that the 10 largest providers oversee more than 2,400 DB schemes and £1trn in assets – underscoring the ‘systemic importance’ of the sector as highlighted by the Pensions Regulator.
In Depth: What TPR’s Annual Funding Statement tells us about endgame planning
Pensions Expert explores the latest Annual Funding Statement and gauges the industry reaction as attention turns to surplus release regulations, ahead of new rules expected next year.
Nest granted drawdown capabilities ahead of guided retirement push
The government has amended legislation to allow Nest to provide “flexi-access drawdown” as the Pension Schemes Act introduces decumulation requirements for DC providers.
Regulator gives green light to WTW’s Cushon acquisition
WTW now owns two defined contribution master trusts serving the UK market, with Cushon now sitting alongside its existing LifeSight offering.
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Always A Pensions Angle: Live from the LGPS Pooling Symposium
What does the Pension Schemes Act really mean for the Local Government Pension Scheme? And what didn’t make it in that we really should be paying attention to?
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Why the ‘gateway’ for DB superfunds is not a technical issue but a growth one
Ashok Gupta of investment think tank New Capital Consensus argues that the emerging world of defined benefit superfunds could form a crucial part of the government’s growth and investment strategy – but the regulatory approach must change.
Pension scams: TPR warning raises the bar on fraud risk management
A new warning from the Pensions Regulator has highlighted the increasing sophistication of fraudsters targeting pensions. Arc Pensions Law’s Ben Fairhead examines what this means for trustees.
USS: Bold policy is critical for a successful energy transition
Naomi Clark of the Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) outlines the importance of investing to support the energy transition and the role of pension schemes and policymakers.
Should pension funds use litigation as a stewardship tool?
Grace Harmon and Jamie Hanley of Labaton Keller Sucharow explore whether and how pension funds can use legal channels to hold investee companies to account over climate change and stewardship issues.
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In Depth: What TPR’s Annual Funding Statement tells us about endgame planning
Pensions Expert explores the latest Annual Funding Statement and gauges the industry reaction as attention turns to surplus release regulations, ahead of new rules expected next year.
Why we won’t see another pensions bill any time soon
The ink has barely dried on the finalised Pension Schemes Bill, but already attention is turning towards the next legislation that may hit the industry. Those hoping for more parliamentary action soon may be disappointed, writes Nick Reeve.
In Depth: How the Pension Schemes Act came to pass
As the ink dries on the Pension Schemes Act 2026, the industry is now preparing for the next stage: implementation. But how did we get here?
Call for action on member representation as MNT numbers fall by a third
Sole trustee arrangements are on the rise as member-nominated trustees are declining, according to data obtained through a Freedom of Information Act request.
Special report: The Pension Schemes Bill in the House of Lords
The landmark legislation begins its report stage this week, with peers still debating more than 180 amendments to the Pension Schemes Bill. Pensions Expert explores what is up for discussion over the next two weeks.
In Depth: What TPR’s Annual Funding Statement tells us about endgame planning
Why we won’t see another pensions bill any time soon
In Depth: How the Pension Schemes Act came to pass
Call for action on member representation as MNT numbers fall by a third
Special report: The Pension Schemes Bill in the House of Lords
Latest on Defined Benefit
Pro trustees to oversee two thirds of DB market in five years, report predicts
Isio’s survey finds that the 10 largest providers oversee more than 2,400 DB schemes and £1trn in assets – underscoring the ‘systemic importance’ of the sector as highlighted by the Pensions Regulator.
In Depth: What TPR’s Annual Funding Statement tells us about endgame planning
Pensions Expert explores the latest Annual Funding Statement and gauges the industry reaction as attention turns to surplus release regulations, ahead of new rules expected next year.
Bulk annuities update: Bakkavor’s buy-in; Canada Life launches member portal
Food manufacturing company Bakkavor has secured a £160m full scheme buy-in for its defined benefit pension scheme with Rothesay, just months after it was acquired.
Pension Schemes Bill finalised: Industry hails ‘historic moment’ despite spectre of mandation
The Pension Schemes Bill has been finalised after protracted debates between legislators, and will now move to receive Royal Assent. Pensions Expert rounds up some of the industry reaction across the various elements of the new legislation.
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Appointments: SEI, L&G, Arc, People’s, Muse, Penfold, ABI
The latest hires, promotions and appointments for the week ending 8 May 2026.
Appointments: Aretas and BESTrustees add to pro trustee line-ups
The latest hires, promotions and appointments for the week ending 1 May 2026.
Appointments: Promotions at XPS and Trafalgar House
The latest hires, promotions and appointments for the week ending 24 April 2026.
Northern LGPS names chief exec and chair as part of ‘Fit for the Future’ work
Northern LGPS has announced the appointment of Elizabeth Renshaw-Ames as its chair and Paras Anand as its first chief executive, responsible for leading the LGPS asset pool.
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The £25bn question: TPR report casts doubt on benefits of scale
New research from the Pensions Regulator indicates that scaling up defined contribution pension schemes will not bring guaranteed economies of scale.
Nest granted drawdown capabilities ahead of guided retirement push
The government has amended legislation to allow Nest to provide “flexi-access drawdown” as the Pension Schemes Act introduces decumulation requirements for DC providers.
Regulator gives green light to WTW’s Cushon acquisition
WTW now owns two defined contribution master trusts serving the UK market, with Cushon now sitting alongside its existing LifeSight offering.
TPT adds sukuk bond fund to member options as Sharia investing choices grow
TPT Retirement Solutions is the latest defined contribution (DC) provider to add Sharia-compliant sukuk bonds to its investment options for members.
Latest on Dashboards
Dashboards: Public awareness needs significant work, research finds
Around 80% of adults surveyed by KPMG were not aware of the prospective introduction of pension dashboards. The research also found concerns about data security among potential users.
PMI highlights dashboard development in ‘crucial year’ for project
With the statutory connection deadline six months away and the MoneyHelper Pensions Dashboard in its second phase of testing, what are the next steps for this important project?
Industry concerned over member service once dashboards go live, SPP finds
The Society of Pension Professionals asked around 250 attendees at a recent webinar what their biggest concerns were in relation to the implementation of pension dashboards.
Employers ‘must address pension inadequacy’ to avoid long-term problems
The consultancy warns that retirement income shortfalls could hit companies hard by creating a demographic bottleneck in the workforce and driving stress-related drops in productivity.
