DB deficits rise 66% in a year

Stephanie Baxter
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Pension deficits of UK companies have risen by £107bn since March 2014, according to research.

JLT Employee Benefits' monthly report shows total deficits in private sector defined benefit (DB) schemes have ballooned by 66% in the 12 months up to 31 March 2015. Deficits increased from £162...

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