PwC
Regulation
The Pensions Regulator recently issued its covenant assessment guidance. Laura Blows looks at why this advice was necessary, its key points and how it may evolve
19 August 2010
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Legislation
Senior industry figures are pleading for an early government announcement on pension tax relief restriction rules because "time is running out" for employers to implement changes.
12 August 2010
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United Kingdom
UK - Commerzbank is due to bring its ComStage ETF range to the UK in September.
11 August 2010
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Defined Benefit
The aggregate funding position of the 6,653 schemes in the Pension Protection Fund's 7800 index improved to a surplus of £6.6bn at the end of July.
10 August 2010
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Consultants
The merger between Aon Consulting and Hewitt Associates marks yet another step in industry consolidation.
12 July 2010
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Industry
Xafinity has bought PricewaterhouseCoopers' scheme actuary, pensions administration and investment consulting business for an undisclosed sum.
09 July 2010
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United Kingdom
UK - Xafinity has bought PricewaterhouseCoopers' scheme actuary, pensions administration and investment consulting business for an undisclosed sum.
09 July 2010
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Regulation
European Commission proposals for an adjusted version of Solvency II standards for pension schemes could cost Britain £500bn if they are implemented, the Confederation for British Industry warns.
08 July 2010
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Europe
UK - European Commission proposals for an adjusted version of Solvency II standards for pension schemes could cost Britain £500bn if they are implemented, the Confederation for British Industry has warned.
08 July 2010
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Industry
The default retirement age of 65 will be "quickly" phased out following a government consultation, the Budget reveals.
23 June 2010
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