2019 has been frustrating for pensions but will next year be any better?
While the pension schemes bill was said to command cross-party support, Brexit and acrimonious parliamentary debates are leaving its success in doubt, says Malcolm McLean.
I am sure many people in our industry would share my view that 2019 has been a frustrating year for pensions with little real progress on many outstanding issues. And as we now approach Christmas and...
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