Defined Contribution

Jim Doran looks at how trustees of DC pension schemes can help members who are looking to retire.

Transfers between defined contribution (DC) schemes must continue to be prioritised by trustees during the Covid-19 pandemic, The Pensions Regulator (TPR) warns.

Savers are contributing more to their pension and withdrawing less during the current lockdown, latest analysis from PensionBee finds.

Many schemes are only at the start of their ESG journeys and are likely to be confused by reporting requirements as they also grapple with the ongoing Covid-19 pandemic, says the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA).

While furloughed workers are still entitled to pension contributions, Justin Corliss says employers must consider the impact of Covid-19 on their duties.

The National Pension Trust’s global equity fund has been named as the best performing growth phase default fund over one and three years in a research report published by Defaqto.

Jon Dean looks at whether the AE system can be adapted to meet low earners’ needs and lower financial resilience.

Maggie Williams looks at whether chair's statements are having the desired effects, and what lies in their future.

Aegon’s independent governance committee (IGC) has unveiled its latest annual report – highlighting general good value for money but some concerns over investment and communications.

Scottish Widows’ independent governance committee (IGC) has published its annual chairman’s report – giving the provider a good value for money rating for its modern products but suggesting improvements, particularly for the firm’s legacy offerings.