Career average only logical outcome for public sector reforms

Jenna Towler
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Introducing shared risk through a career average scheme for the public sector is the only way to achieve long-term sustainability and lasting reform, Mercer says.

The consultant urged the government to adopt a career average orientated package of reforms over alternatives such as a one-size-fits-all approach or a simple defined contribution set up, which is ...

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