Defined Benefit

Samora Stephenson says FM was dynamic in name but remained disciplined in practice

XPS says Transfer Value Index saw ‘greater stability’ in H2 2025 compared to H1

UCU says university’s plans to move staff to USS is ‘attack on long-term retirement security’

Firm says trustees should promote open communication to address any concerns

DB:UK Funding Watch finds DB schemes ended 2025 in a ‘strong financial position’

Lifeboat fund’s 7800 Index shows surplus stood at £259.7bn at the end of 2025

Broadstone DB Redress Tracker shows compensation has steadily fallen since peaking in Q1 2022

Updated framework will help LGPS funds comply with Fit for the Future requirements

Consultancy highlights key areas for trustees to focus on to ‘hit the ground running’