This week's top stories include news that Aon had launched and then abandoned talks with Willis Towers Watson over a potential merger.

A government failure to update equality legislation means schemes offering bridging pensions could fall foul of provisions in the Equality Act 2010 - leaving them reliant on EU law as an interim solution.

Low-volatility strategies have been proven to reduce downside risk over market cycles, says James Lindsay.

Phoenix Group transacted £800m of bulk annuities in 2018, its first year in the market since completing a deal with its own scheme two years ago.

Aon has confirmed it will not make an offer for Willis Towers Watson after "preliminary" discussions with the global consultant.

A groundhog year kicks off as many of 2018's biggest court cases return on appeal. James Phillips rounds up what trustees should keep an eye on.

The Single Financial Guidance Body (SFGB) will be rebranded as the 'Money and Pensions Service', the government has announced.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has appointed Richard Lloyd, re-appointed Baroness Sarah Hogg, and extended Amelia Fletcher's appointment as non-executive directors.

Daily Mail and General Trust (DMGT) has pledged to contribute £117m to its pension scheme after it disposes of its shares in Euromoney Institutional Investor.

The National Express UK Pension Scheme has completed a full buy-in with Rothesay Life, insuring benefits for all members.