XPS research revealed higher-value pensions are much more likely to be targeted
Just 400 schemes and organisations have so far signed the pledge
Trustees lack confidence the new regime will work and are uncertain as to the process
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Research found the majority of savers ignored unsolicited financial advice they had received
Transfer values rose sharply during July, while transfer activity dipped slightly over the month
Scam activity dropped during June, but remains high with 55% of transfer showing a red flag
XPS has called the increase “disappointing” and called for robust management from trustees
Pension transfers will be red flagged and blocked if savers have been approached via social media under stronger anti-scam plans set out by the government today.