DC retirement outcomes 'not trustees' responsibility'

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Trustees are not responsible for defined contribution (DC) members' retirement outcomes, according to the independent chairman of the Next Pension Scheme.

Speaking at PP's Trustee Masterclass yesterday, Ian Richards warned trustees against getting involved in tasks that went beyond their obligations. He said: "The prime function of the trustees is...

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