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      This webinar will bring together views from actuaries, lawyers, administrators, trustees and data experts to look at the pragmatic, collaborative solutions that are open to schemes to solve the GMP equalisation challenges in 2021. It will assess the individual challenges schemes face with equalisations and provide some practical options that are available to resolve these issues.

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      In this webinar, PP editor Jonathan Stapleton will be joined by BMO’s chief economist Steven Bell and director of fiduciary management, Christy Jesudasan, alongside PTL trustee director Melanie Cusack and Isio’s head of fiduciary management oversight Paula Champion to discuss the significant impact of these themes on the pensions sector.

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      Pension schemes are now facing increasing government, regulatory, and member demand to manage the financial risks associated with the anthropogenic consequences of the environmental crisis. But how best to manage this transition to net-zero? And, in the rush to invest in carbon friendly assets, are investors potentially missing out on potential returns generated by the transition theme, investing in assets that may not be carbon neutral but have the potential to significantly improve their environmental credentials over time. This webinar will discuss at the transition theme, look at the opportunity set available and ask how this can help schemes achieve superior returns while moving towards a net-zero portfolio.

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General Election 2019: The pensions manifesto pledges
General Election 2019: The pensions manifesto pledges

All of the major political parties have now unveiled their policies on pensions ahead of the general election. Professional Pensions looks at what they have promised.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 10 December 2019
2019 has been frustrating for pensions but will next year be any better?
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.

  • Industry
  • 03 December 2019
Fossil free MPs' Pension Fund campaign secures backing of 200 politicians
Fossil free MPs' Pension Fund campaign secures backing of 200 politicians

A campaign to divest the MPs' Pension Scheme from fossil fuel investments has gained the support of 200 MPs and former MPs across partisan lines.

  • Investment
  • 04 December 2018
PP research: Struggling businesses should not be allowed to suspend AE contributions
PP research: Struggling businesses should not be allowed to suspend AE contributions

Most respondents in this week's Pensions Buzz do not think businesses should be able suspend AE contributions if in financial distress.

  • Industry
  • 21 September 2018
Lib Dems seek £40k cap on tax-free pension lump sums; plan to scrap NI on contributions
Lib Dems seek £40k cap on tax-free pension lump sums; plan to scrap NI on contributions

The Liberal Democrat party has passed a motion pledging to cap tax-free lump sums under Freedom of Choice at £40,000 if elected into government.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 19 September 2018
The People's Trust seeks to raise £125m ahead of October launch
The People's Trust seeks to raise £125m ahead of October launch

Listing on LSE on 17 October

  • Investment
  • 08 September 2017
Flat rate of tax relief could save government £13bn
Flat rate of tax relief could save government £13bn

Introducing a flat rate of tax relief at 20% could save the Treasury up to £13bn, according to calculations by the Pensions Policy Institute (PPI).

  • Law and Regulation
  • 06 June 2017
Conservative manifesto gets stamp of approval
Conservative manifesto gets stamp of approval

The industry believes the Conservative proposals for pensions are the best approach, with some stating the commitment to ditch the triple lock is a 'bold but correct' move.

  • Industry
  • 26 May 2017
Industry cautiously welcomes Lib Dems' promise to review tax relief
Industry cautiously welcomes Lib Dems' promise to review tax relief

The Liberal Democrats' pledge to review the pension tax relief system with an aim to introduce a flat rate has received a lukewarm response from pension professionals.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 18 May 2017
Lib Dems launch manifesto pledging tax relief review and equalisation of survivor benefits
Lib Dems launch manifesto pledging tax relief review and equalisation of survivor benefits

The Liberal Democrats have promised to launch a review of pensions tax relief with an aim of introducing a single rate if they win the snap general election.

  • Industry
  • 17 May 2017
General Election 2017: What we know so far
General Election 2017: What we know so far

A snap general election is looming, with Theresa May's announcement in April sending party headquarters into overdrive as they scrambled to piece together manifestos. Here is what we know so far…

  • Industry
  • 16 May 2017
Lib Dems commit to keeping triple lock indefinitely
Lib Dems commit to keeping triple lock indefinitely

The Liberal Democrats have pledged to continue the triple lock protection for the state pension if they win the general election.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 08 May 2017
General Election 2017: The pensions manifesto the industry wants to see
General Election 2017: The pensions manifesto the industry wants to see

With political parties drawing up their manifestos for the snap general election, James Phillips explores the industry's greatest desires for the future of pensions

  • Law and Regulation
  • 08 May 2017
What does the snap election hold in store for pensions?
What does the snap election hold in store for pensions?

A surprise general election is in store in just over month, but battle lines are yet to be drawn. James Phillips explores where pensions sit in the chaos.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 24 April 2017
Pensions industry pays tribute to outgoing Steve Webb

The industry has thanked pensions minister Steve Webb for his contribution to pensions after he lost his parliamentary seat in yesterday's general election.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 08 May 2015
General Election 2015: Employment ministers suffer in vote shock

Two employment ministers lost their seats as part of a shocking general election result which upset all the pre-election polls.

  • Employee Benefits
  • 08 May 2015
General Election 2015: Webb and McClymont lose their seats

Pensions minister Steve Webb and shadow pensions minister Gregg McClymont have both lost their parliamentary seats as a result of yesterday's General Election.

  • Employee Benefits
  • 08 May 2015
A new dawn: what the next parliament has in store for pensions

Professional Pensions takes a look at what will feature in the next government’s pensions policy

  • Industry
  • 30 April 2015
IFS slams main parties over 'misguided' and 'absurd' pension proposals

The Institute for Fiscal Studies (IFS) has published a scathing review of tax and benefits proposals from the main parties, branding the triple lock "absurd" and tax-relief plans "misguided".

  • Law and Regulation
  • 28 April 2015
Five stories you might have missed: Ombudsman rules on transfers; Manifestos reviewed

Top stories on the website this week include three decisions from the Pensions Ombudsman on suspected liberation fraud and a review of general election manifestos. Here's what you might have missed.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 24 April 2015
Pension freedoms boost Tory's popularity

Chancellor George Osborne's 2014 Budget announcement that people could cash in their defined contribution (DC) pots has boosted the popularity of the Conservative party, according to research.

  • Industry
  • 22 April 2015
Crunching the numbers: What parties' pension tax plans mean for scheme members

Regardless of who is in power after the general election, higher earners are going to see their pension contributions taxed more heavily, according to analysis.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 22 April 2015
General election: What's in the party manifestos for pensions?

We ask the experts to rate the pensions promises in manifestos

  • Law and Regulation
  • 20 April 2015
Lib Dem manifesto: Single rate tax relief review promised

The Liberal Democrats would explore overhauling tax relief on pensions contributions if they play a part in the next government, according to the party's manifesto.

  • Law and Regulation
  • 15 April 2015
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