Solvency II will force deficits to £1trn and double recovery plans

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Proposals to bring iorps directive into line with solvency ii rules receive negative UK response.

European plans to value UK defined benefit liabilities under Solvency II-type rules will double technical provisions and send deficits soaring by up to £1trn, industry figures warns. A consultation...

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