Lack of member understanding at retirement is key concern for trustees

Holly Roach
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The lack of defined benefit (DB) scheme members' understanding of their retirement decisions is a key concern for trustees and sponsors, according to survey conducted by Aon.

The poll - which questioned 239 trustees, sponsors and pension managers - took place during a webinar held by Aon on member options this month. It revealed 63% of respondents flagged the lack of...

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