What were the top five pension stories this week?

Michael Klimes
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The top stories this week were a decision from the Ombudsman, trustees at BHS and M&S announcing proposals to close its DB scheme to future accrual

1. Ombudsman rejects erroneous claim to full DB pension The ombudsman's ruling in favour of the trustees and sponsor in the Kingfisher Pension Scheme case could have huge implications for future...

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