Defined Contribution

The announcement from The Pensions Regulator (TPR) that it fined 166 firms for auto-enrolment breaches last quarter sends a "loud and clear" message to employers, say industry commentators.

PP looks at research that predicts four in ten DC members will be in a master trust by 2024

There are inconsistencies behind the behavioural assumptions underpinning auto-enrolment (AE) and the Budget flexibilities, according to a report.

A Labour peer has attacked the annuity market, claiming it "plays fast and loose" with the regulatory framework.

Employers and trustees must beef up their offerings to help support employees in the post-Budget environment, Pension Quality Mark chairman Adrian Boulding has warned.

The incoming charge for defined contribution (DC) default funds could lead to increased volatility, BlackRock has warned.

Jonathan Stapleton asks three leading DC scheme managers about the changes they are making to DC investment strategies in light of the pension flexibilities and charge cap which will come into force in April.

Total UK pensions coordinator Laura Perks (pictured) says Total UK is looking to overhaul its default fund as part of a complete review that is currently underway.

Wolseley head of reward, benefits and policy Neil McCawley (pictured) sees changes to the Wolseley Group Defined Contribution Plan as an "evolution rather than a revolution".

First group reward and pensions director John Chilman (pictured) says increased member engagement will be necessary in order for individuals to choose the most appropriate default option.