Pensions Buzz
Cold-calling ban will not see light of day this parliament
The hung parliament means planned measures to mitigate scams will be kicked down the road, the industry has told PP.
Tory policies on triple lock and state pension age most at threat
PP research shows government polies on triple lock and state pension age review are most likely to fall away.
Which Tory pension policy is most at threat after election result?
This week we want to know which single Conservative policy on pensions is most at threat from the result of the election.
US exit from global climate deal won't affect pension investing
Most respondents doubt that America's withdrawal from the Paris climate change agreement will alter investment strategies.
Have your say: Is it getting more difficult to recruit trustees?
This week we want to know whether you are finding it more or less difficult to recruit trustees at the moment.
Schemes urge asset managers to adopt transparency code
The industry has warned that asset managers which fail to sign up to the code of transparency will face tough scrutiny by schemes and could risk being sacked.
Have your say: Should MNTs be paid?
This week we want to know whether member-nominated trustees should be paid in addition to being reimbursed for travel and other expenses.
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.
Have your say: Which party has the best pensions manifesto?
This week we want to know which of parties that have published their manifestos have the best pension policies, and if you have changed your mind on Brexit.
Forcing schemes to appoint a lawyer would be too costly
PP research reveals worries about higher costs arising from obligatory legal advice
Have your say: Should alternative measures of inflation be developed for schemes?
This week we want to know if alternatives to CPI and RPI inflation measures should be developed for schemes and whether the government should limit how much investment risk NEST can take.
Industry 'sceptical' over party manifesto pledges on pensions
PP research reveals lack of confidence in politicians to develop sensible policies.
Have your say: Are you confident the manifestos will contain coherent pension policies?
This week we want to know whether you think the manifestos will contain coherent pension policy positions and who you will vote for.
Theresa May is right to promise TPR powers to block M&As, says industry
Respondents say watchdog needs more ammunition to stop corporate transactions that put schemes at risk.
Have your say: Should TPR be able to block M&As where a scheme is at risk?
This week we want to know if you agree with Theresa May that the Pensions Regulator should be able to veto mergers and acquisitions in certain circumstances.
Government should delay MPAA cut until next tax year
Clarity over the controversial money purchase annual allowance is needed after it was removed from the Finance Bill, according to Pensions Buzz respondents.
Snap election makes triple lock attractive target for reform
PP research shows state pension triple lock is most likely to be affected.
TPR securing first criminal convictions signal an 'effective' watchdog
The industry welcomes the regulator taking a tough line over refusals to comply with its investigations.
Have your say: Is the regulator becoming more heavy-handed?
This week we want to know if TPR is becoming more heavy-handed and whether its new investment guidance will help defined benefit trustees set better investment strategies.
Industry should accept reality and engage with LISA
Most respondents in this week's Pensions Buzz say it's time to get on board with the lifetime ISA to get the best outcomes for members.
Have your say: Is the six-year decline in mortality improvements just a blip?
This week we want to know if the continued decline in mortality improvements is a just a blip and what is the single biggest geopolitical risk for markets this year.
Pensions Buzz: Abolition of triple lock most useful proposal in Cridland report
The state pension triple lock is too expensive to keep long term according to Pensions Buzz respondents.
Aviva: Nine in ten lose out on tax relief due to poor understanding
Savers do not understand pensions tax relief as 90% fail to put any of their bonus into a company scheme, according to research commissioned by Aviva.
Have your say: Should AE savers default to drawdown at 55, and annuities at 80?
This week we want to know if Michael Johnson's idea for auto-drawdown at age 55 and auto-annuitisation at age 80 could reduce financial risk to savers.
