DB given flexibility on accrual rate to offset contracting-out

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Defined benefit schemes will be given free reign to change their accrual rates to offset the costs of scrapping the contracting-out rebate, PP has learned.

In an exclusive interview pensions minister Steve Webb said proposals to end contracting-out will open the door for schemes to change their accrual rates and offset money lost if the rebate is abol...

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