The Conservatives and Liberal Democrats coalition deal could have heavy implications for policies on tax relief on pension scheme contributions.

UK - The Conservatives and Liberal Democrats coalition deal could have heavy implications for policies on tax relief on pension scheme contributions.

Iain Duncan Smith has been confirmed as secretary of state for work and pensions.

The FTSE 100 is losing some of yesterday's gains in as Gordon Brown's resignation and the prospect of further political uncertainty sends jitters through the markets.

A government auction of £2.25bn of gilts was two-and-a-half times oversubscribed despite uncertainty over the result of the election.

The Professional Pensions Investment Conference 2010 - to be held at London's Business Design Centre on June 2 and 3 - has had a strong response from pension funds and their advisers with several sessions now approaching capacity.

The final result of the first hung parliament in over 30 years is still unclear.

Incisive Media editorial services director David Worsfold and Professional Pensions editor Jonathan Stapleton discuss the election results and assess its impact.

Incisive Media editorial services director David Worsfold and PP editor Jonathan Stapleton discuss the election results and assess its impact.

Company executives should only get tax relief on contributions should they offer similar levels of benefits to all employees, PP Pensions Commissioners say.