Northern Rock scheme plans buyout
UK - The Northern Rock is considering a buyout of its £355m pension scheme and has received quotes from a number of buyout providers.
A spokesman for the fund said: "The trustees have decided in the current circumstances that it is appropriate to look at various options for the scheme and as part of that they are seeking formal buyout...
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