Pensions Buzz

We want your views on Steve Webb's latest plans to reform the annuity market.

This week we want to know if the Budget changes will leave the UK pension system poorer in the long run

Respondents to PP research dismiss Fabian Society proposals

The transfer of more powers from Westminster to Holyrood would cause a divergence in pension regulation across the UK, the Pensions Administration Standards Association (PASA) has warned.

The impact on occupational pension schemes of independence for Scotland would be huge, research carried out by Professional Pensions finds.

What impact will next Thursday's vote have on pensions in the UK?

We want your views on how the Budget is affecting schemes' objectives in the run up to April 2015, as well as whether or not you agree the government should put a cap on exit fees charged by insurers.

Almost three quarters of respondents to a Professional Pensions poll said the industry was not doing enough to ensure members of legacy defined contribution (DC) schemes got value for money.

The industry wants Steve Webb to keep hold of the pensions brief after the general election, according to a poll conducted by PP.

Just 25% of pension professionals believe The Pensions Advisory Service (TPAS) and the Money Advice Service (MAS) are up to delivering the 'guidance guarantee', PP research finds.