Alliance Boots to close DB scheme to future accrual

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Alliance Boots is set to close its UK defined benefit scheme to future accrual for active members.

The pharmacy-led health and beauty group is entering into consultation with employees about a proposal to introduce a new defined contribution scheme in its place. The company said the changes w...

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