Jonathan Stapleton says in light of the construction giant's collapse, the government must urgently tackle the issue of scheme funding.
Carillion has filed for compulsory liquidation after emergency talks with its lenders and the government failed to reach a deal that would save the company.
This week's top stories included coverage of Theresa May's reshuffle, in which the Department for Work and Pensions was given its fifth secretary of state within two years.
Concerns over the potential imminent collapse of construction group Carillion has led to crisis talks over its 13 UK defined benefit (DB) schemes, according to reports.
The combined defined benefit (DB) deficit increased by £16.2bn over December to £103.8bn on a section 179 basis, according to the Pension Protection Fund's (PPF's) latest update.
The Pension Protection fund (PPF) has announced it has appointed six firms and removed 17 firms from its legal panel after a six-month procurement process.
Henry Tapper says as the initial euphoria of 'never having to buy an annuity again' wears off, the prospect of freedoms becomes less appealing
The Pension Protection Fund (PPF) has reached a settlement with Toys R Us - a move that has paved the way for an agreement to be reached on the firm's Company Voluntary Arrangement (CVA).
The Pension Protection Fund has announced it has appointed Oliver Morley CBE as chief executive officer (CEO).
The Pension Protection Fund has confirmed its levy determination for 2018/19 - fixing the levy estimate at £550m.