Communication
Industry rejects advisers and providers 'cold calling'
The telephone is the least popular way to communicate with a prospective client, according to PP research.
TPR launches pension trusteeship paper
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has published a discussion paper on how to drive up standards of pensions trusteeship and shape future regulatory policy.
Trustees raise doubts over communicating DB risks to members
Concerns have been raised about making members more aware of risks to their defined benefit (DB) pensions, for fear of leading to panic and knee-jerk reactions.
PBUK: Samsung launches workplace ISA to tackle changing benefits landscape
Samsung has introduced a workplace ISA to address the changing savings priorities of its 1400 staff.
BT to pilot advice service for DB members
BT will soon roll out a trial advice offering for its active defined benefit (DB) members to help them make more informed choices.
We need to get rid of pensions jargon
Anne-Marie Winton believes the way we communicate with people about pensions can prevent engagement.
JLT's CEO urges industry 'call to arms' over data issues
Actions to tackle the lack of data quality must be spearheaded by the industry, according to JLT Employee Benefits' Bala Viswanathan.
How should risks to DB benefits be communicated to members?
The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association's DB taskforce is exploring whether members should be better informed about the risks to their benefits. Kristian Brunt-Seymour looks at how this could work
How can trustees and IGCs deliver value for money?
Lack of an agreed definition of value for money is posing many challenges for the industry. Kristian Brunt-Seymour looks at research by the Pensions Policy Institute which suggests a number of solutions
Welcome to the new look Professional Pensions website
The re-designed Professional Pensions website has been unveiled today.
Can robo-advice boost engagement?
Charlotte Moore looks at whether robo-advice could have a role in boosting engagement with retirement planning.
JLT Employee Benefits hires head of client communications
David Millar has been appointed head of client communications by JLT Employee Benefits where he will lead a team of consultants and production managers.
Lack of confidence in pensions is major challenge for industry
Figures reveal a lack of belief in pensions which will be difficult to overcome.
The Famous Five - what are the top priorities for DC schemes?
Helen Ball looks at the key issues for trustees of defined contribution schemes.
Trustees must avoid complacency on default funds
Trustees should not become complacent by thinking members who are auto-enrolled (AE) into default funds are adequately provided for, according to AHC.
Altmann was wrong to criticise IDS for his resignation says industry
The pensions minister's comments on Iain Duncan Smith's resignation were too personal and unprofessional according to a PP survey.
PP Administration Survey: The results
This year’s survey reveals what schemes are looking for in administration systems and third-party administrators and highlights the key providers.
Have your say: Was Ros Altmann right to criticise Iain Duncan Smith for resigning?
This week we want to know if the pensions minister was justified in condemning Iain Duncan Smith's resignation and how the regulator's trustee toolkit can be made more effective.
MPs launch inquiry into early drawing of state pension
The Work and Pensions Select Committee has started a probe to explore the economic effects of allowing certain women to draw their state pension early.
Pensioners still need minister to champion their cause says industry
A person dedicated to fighting for pensioners is still needed according to research from PP.
MPs support early state pension access for women affected by changes
Women affected by the increase in state pension age from 63 to 66 could access their savings early if they accept lower weekly payments, according to MPs.
ShareAction reveals best (and worst) AE providers for ESG and governance
Action must be taken to tackle the increasingly large gap in performance of auto-enrolment (AE) providers, according to a report by ShareAction.
What is the solution to low contribution rates?
Figures show contribution rates fell between 2014 and 2015, amid concerns people could have to work until their 80s. Kristian Brunt-Seymour asks if legislative measures are the answer.
One year on: how freedom and choice is changing pensions
Freedom and choice is producing unexpected results across DB and DC schemes
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