Govt proposes relaxation of AE compliance tests for DB

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The Department for Work and Pensions has launched a consultation on its proposals to improve auto-enrolment, including simplifying eligibility and potential exemptions for defined benefit schemes from qualification requirements.

The consultation will look to simplify regulations regarding pay reference period definitions, contribution payment deadlines, pre-AE opt-outs, joining windows and tests around qualifying defined b...

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