Halcrow
Should RAA restrictions be loosened?
There are increasing calls to review the process for regulated apportionment arrangements, which are still rare. Stephanie Baxter explores the rationale for a more flexible framework.
Ombudsman backs Halcrow over indexation reduction following RAA
The Pensions Ombudsman (TPO) has backed the Halcrow Pension Scheme (HPS) trustees after they reduced the level of indexation for transferred-in benefits when members were transferred to another scheme.
Halcrow Pension Scheme - complex restructurings need to be well managed
Joanna Smith looks at how the Halcrow Pension Scheme was restructured
Pension scheme deficits - a problem with no solution?
Claire Southern thinks we need a new way of addressing defined benefit deficits
What were the top pension stories this week?
This week's top stories included coverage of the Pensions Regulator issuing the maximum fine to a professional trustee, ABI's data on pension freedoms, and rising inflation.
Halcrow members embrace new scheme following restructure
Over 2500 members of Halcrow Pension Scheme have agreed to transfer into a new scheme that lowers benefits but keeps them out of the Pension Protection Fund (PPF).
Halcrow Pensioners' Association withdraws legal challenge over Halcrow Pension Scheme restructuring
The Halcrow Pensioners' Association (HPA) has withdrawn its Upper Tribunal challenge of the Halcrow Pension Scheme restructuring after facing the threat of spiralling legal costs.
TPR disputes legal challenge over Halcrow restructuring
The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has said there is no legal basis for the Halcrow Pensioners' Association (HPA) to challenge the proposed restructuring of the scheme in the Upper Tribunal.
Halcrow Pensioners' Association challenges TPR over restructuring plan
Lawyers acting on behalf of Halcrow Pensioners' Association (HPA) are disputing a proposed regulated apportionment arrangement (RAA) for the engineering company's defined benefit (DB) scheme.
Halcrow granted RAA as part of rescue plan
A regulated apportionment arrangement (RAA) has been granted as part of the Halcrow rescue plan.
What were the top pension stories this week?
The most popular stories included coverage of the ongoing inquiry into the collapse of British Home Stores, and mounting concerns over the Treasury's takeover of pension policy.
CH2M slams Halcrow Association over 'irresponsible' reaction to rescue plans
CH2M has warned criticism from the Halcrow Pensioners Association (HPA) over its rescue plan for the Halcrow scheme goes against the best interests of members.
What were the top five pension stories this week?
The top stories this week were the Pension Scheme of the Year Award shortlist, the potential effects of the British Steel inflation rule change and BHS.
Halcrow Pensioners Association question CH2M rescue plan
Proposed plans to curb Halcrow Pension Scheme (HPS) benefits have been called into question by the Halcrow Pensioners Association (HPA).
CH2M unveils Halcrow Pension Scheme rescue plan
CH2M has announced proposed plans to curb benefits for the 3,300 members of the beleaguered Halcrow Pension Scheme (HPS).
Halcrow Pensioners Association targets TPR
The Halcrow Pensioners Association (HPA) says The Pensions Regulator (TPR) could have done more to help prevent the scheme's spiralling pension deficit.
Halcrow Pensioners Association slams planned rescue of DB scheme
Plans to save the beleaguered Halcrow Pension Scheme have come under fire by the association representing some of its members. Kristian Brunt-Seymour reports.
Halcrow prepares rescue plan for DB scheme
After a solution to save the Halcrow's DB scheme was ruled illegal by the High Court, the trustees are looking at an alternative option. Kristian Brunt-Seymour looks at the case.
