Malcolm Weir: How the PPF deals with corporate restructures
The PPF is increasingly being called to vote on behalf of pension schemes in the event of a CVA process. James Phillips speaks to Malcolm Weir about the lifeboat fund’s capabilities.
The increasingly-common company voluntary arrangement (CVA) process has given a lifeline to struggling firms, particularly retailers, who are looking to reshape the costs associated with their businesses....
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A closer look at flexible apportionment arrangements
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DWP to fix 'unintended' PPF rules in pension schemes bill
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Pension schemes bill has low chance of quick resolution
With the spectre of Brexit looming over parliament, Jonathan Stapleton has some scepticism that the pension schemes bill will be enacted any time soon.