British Coal scheme makes 'negligence' claim against Towers Watson

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The British Coal Staff Superannuation Scheme has made a claim of ‘negligent investment consulting advice' against Towers Watson.

A 10Q filing to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) said the demand letter from the trustee asserted the allegation was made particularly in respect of a currency hedge. This related...

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