Charles Counsell
TPR to consult on DB funding code in March; Trusteeship plans in February
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) will launch the first of a two-part consultation on a revised defined benefit (DB) funding code in March, it has told PP.
Charles Counsell: 2020 will be a year of positive change
Changes are afoot in the pensions regulatory landscape in a bid to boost both security and outcomes for members. Charles Counsell reveals what you can expect from the regulator this year.
TPR welcomes government's 'prompt' reintroduction of pension schemes bill
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has welcomed the government’s latest update on the details of the pension schemes bill.
Railways Pension Scheme on TPR's watchlist since 2016
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) almost issued a warning notice against one of the firms involved in the Railways Pension Scheme (RPS) as sections of the scheme were placed on watch in 2016.
TPR looking into seven scam investigations posing £55m loss to savers' pensions
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) is carrying out seven criminal investigations into potential scams with indicative losses to savers' pensions of around £55m, The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has revealed.
TPR's use of frontline powers jumps by 32%, but four targets missed
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) increased its use of frontline powers by 32% over the last year, it confirmed in its annual report and accounts.
TPR could target the Greens' overseas assets for Arcadia schemes
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has mooted pursuing Sir Philip and Lady Tina Green's overseas assets to ensure there are enough funds for the Arcadia pension schemes.
TPR sets up industry group for enhanced law on climate change disclosure
Pension fund investors could face further disclosure requirements on ESG matters as an industry working group considers fresh law for trustees for as soon as next year.
Frank Field writes to TPR chief executive over USS valuation dealings
Work and Pensions Committee (WPC) chairman Frank Field has written to The Pensions Regulator (TPR) over its influence on the Universities Superannuation Scheme's (USS) 2017 valuation.
PBUK - Charles Counsell: TPR will not stand still amid sea-change of challenges
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) will continue to change under the helm of Charles Counsell as it rolls out more of its TPR Future programme and develops a long-term strategy, he has said.
Pensions and Benefits UK: Over 400 schemes attending so far - have you registered yet?
Delegate places at Pensions and Benefits UK (PBUK) are filling up fast - with over 600 scheme representatives having registered for PP's flagship event so far.
Industry backs 'gentle hand' of TPR supervision
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) is right to introduce new regulatory initiatives for 1,000 schemes as part of its clearer, quicker and tougher approach, this week's Pensions Buzz respondents said.
Charles Counsell: Over 1,000 schemes to feel 'gentle hand' of enhanced TPR supervision
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has set out plans to use "new regulatory initiatives" with over 1,000 schemes as it aims to tighten its regulatory grip and boost member outcomes.
TPR quizzed on engagement with 'parlous' Railways Pensions Scheme
MPs have written to The Pensions Regulator (TPR) about its engagement with the Railways Pension Scheme (RPS) amid concerns over the scheme's future funding.
Industry split on whether TPR needs a new strategy
This week's Pensions Buzz respondents were almost equally split on whether The Pensions Regulator (TPR) needed a fresh strategy as its chief executive changes.
Five stories you may have missed this week
This week's top stories included The Pensions Regulator announcing its next chief executive, as well as the details of a joint fraud operation with the police.
TPR appoints Charles Counsell as chief executive
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has appointed Charles Counsell as its new chief executive, who will take over from Lesley Titcomb next year.
TPAS sees 9% drop in enquiries in final year
The Pensions Advisory Service (TPAS) helped 187,000 people in 2017/18, a 9% fall on the previous year despite setting up special helplines for specific scheme members.
Half of TPR's senior leadership team received bonuses in 2016/17
Exactly half of The Pensions Regulator's (TPR) permanent senior leadership team received a bonus in the 2016/17 year, a Freedom of Information (FOI) request reveals.
Johnsons Shoes fined £40,000 for failing to meet AE duties
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has fined high street firm Johnson Shoes £40,000 after it repeatedly failed to enrol its staff into a pension scheme because it was "too busy".
TPR names Darren Ryder as acting director of AE
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has appointed Darren Ryder to temporarily take over as director of auto-enrolment (AE) when the current director Charles Counsell leaves next month.
Five stories you may have missed this week
This week's top stories included research revealing schemes could be paying 70% more to investment managers than at the beginning of the decade.
Counsell to leave TPR to head up Money Advice Service
Charles Counsell will soon leave The Pensions Regulator (TPR) to become chief executive of the Money Advice Service (MAS).
Auto-enrolment takes 500,000th employer under its wing
More than half a million employers have now been brought into the auto-enrolment (AE) regime with over 7.6 million people now saving in a pension.
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