Video: Rubenstein discusses changes to the PPF levy
Pension Protection Fund chief executive Alan Rubenstein talks about what schemes can expect in this week's levy consultation.
Speaking at Pensions and Benefits UK, Rubenstein says the first three years of the new framework have been successful. But he outlines a number of areas the lifeboat fund intends to increase transparency...
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