How IGC reports are not living up to their purpose

James Phillips
clock • 6 min read

An analysis of IGC annual reports finds some lacking in information on value for money, costs and charges, and investment performance. James Phillips explores the findings

Since 2013, contract-based pension providers have needed independent governance committees (IGCs) to oversee their pension schemes, delivering an annual report to members covering a range of areas....

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Pensions

Become a Professional Pensions Lite Member today

  • Three complimentary articles per month covering the latest real-time news, analysis and opinion from the industry
  • Receive important and breaking news stories via our two daily news alerts
  • Hear from industry experts and other forward-thinking leaders

Are you a trustee, investment consultant or in-house pension and benefit scheme professional? You can apply for full complimentary access here

Join now

 

Already a Professional Pensions
member?

Login

James Phillips
Author spotlight

James Phillips

Professional Pensions journalist from 2016-2022

More on Defined Contribution

Comparing FCA 'Pathway 1' decumulation solutions

Comparing FCA 'Pathway 1' decumulation solutions

DWA’s Pete Osthwaite asks how long is five years for an almost retired person?

Pete Osthwaite
clock 08 December 2025 • 5 min read
Equities lead Q3 charge as DC defaults continue to deliver strong performance

Equities lead Q3 charge as DC defaults continue to deliver strong performance

Patterns highlight the value of diversified exposures across regions and asset classes

Jonathan Stapleton
clock 08 December 2025 • 3 min read
People's Pension launches retirement income planning tool

People's Pension launches retirement income planning tool

Tool will provide members with the option to have their income adjusted for inflation

Martin Richmond
clock 05 December 2025 • 3 min read
Trustpilot