USS reports itself to TPR following breach of funding measure amid market volatility

Holly Roach
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Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) has reported itself to The Pensions Regulator (TPR) after one of its key funding measures exceeded a specific threshold for five consecutive days following continued financial market volatility.

The measure breached by USS relates to the ability to remain ‘self-sufficient' and pay pension promises without additional calls on employers for contributions. A statement from the scheme expla...

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