Defined Contribution

UK - There is an "overwhelming consensus" among the industry that costs in defined contribution schemes should be clear, simple and comparable, the UK Pensions Regulator says.

Introducing the collective defined contribution model in the UK could increase typical members' pensions by up to 45% according to actuarial consultant Hamish Wilson.

There is an "overwhelming consensus" among the industry that costs in defined contribution schemes should be clear, simple and comparable, The Pensions Regulator says.

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Introducing the collective defined contribution model in the UK could increase typical members' pensions by up to 45% according to actuarial consultant Hamish Wilson.

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