What to do if there is a mistake in your scheme rules

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How do mistakes in scheme rules occur, when do they tend to be discovered and what can trustees do to correct these errors? Kate Payne explores the key considerations in these instances.

As the courts have acknowledged, pension scheme deeds and rules are long and complicated, reflecting not only the benefits promised to members but also the regulatory and tax environment in which s...

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