DC asset security working party publishes guide for trustees
A guide has been launched to help trustees understand what protections are available for defined contribution (DC) assets by the Security of DC Assets working party.
It is designed to give trustees a steer on what to ask investment consultants and lawyers on the protections afforded to members under the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). Reasons for...
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