TPR urged to name master trusts exiting the market
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) should reveal the names of master trusts that will not apply for authorisation and take a measured approach, industry experts have said.
This week, the watchdog confirmed that 30 master trusts have or will exit the market, as its authorisation regime came into force on 1 October. Under the regime, master trusts will need to apply for authorisation...
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