The Pensions Regulator has rejected criticism of the scope of its defined contribution code of practice.

Capital Cranfield Trustees has named Bob Bridges as its chairman.

Industry figures have cautiously welcomed the publication of new guidance for trust-based defined contribution schemes from The Pensions Regulator, but expressed disappointment that it does not focus on contract-based schemes.

Ministry of Defence firefighters are seeking an amendment in the Public Service Pensions Bill, potentially delaying the legislation.

The National Association of Pension Funds has appointed Helen Roberts as its policy lead on investment.

Premier has added eShare's Board Portal Solution to its service portfolio, in order to bolster its meeting management offering.

PwC has appointed Celene Lee to its pensions advisory team, expanding its current provision.

Royal London has named Rupert Pennant-Rea as successor to its current chairman Tim Melville-Ross, with effect from May 2013.

Prudential has appointed Philip John Remnant to its board as non-executive director and senior independent director.

The Co-operative has added an additional assessment criterion for auto-enrolment to address the issue of fluctuating hours.