Analysis

Conditional and common data scores will have to be included in scheme returns from next year. Michael Klimes looks at what trustees need to do and if TPR's requirement goes far enough

As the government's review into AE kicks off, how should the policy progress post-staging? James Phillips explores the industry view

Finding out what protections are in place for DC assets is not straightforward, finds Helen Morrissey

A union proposal for Royal Mail to create a risk sharing scheme has brought back the idea of defined ambition. Stephanie Baxter looks at how it would work and if it could set a blueprint for others

The DWP's GMP equalisation methodology is an improvement but questions remain about far it should be applied. Michael Klimes investigates this dilemma

Designing good DC default funds for members can be a difficult and daunting task for trustees. Michael Klimes explores how they can do it

The PPF's plans to impose a new levy model on schemes that cease to have a substantive sponsor have received mixed reactions from the industry, writes Stephanie Baxter

Research suggests trustees have a good understanding of basic charges but are less certain on other costs. Michael Klimes looks at the findings

The PLSA's DB taskforce has suggested employers should be able to offload their DB scheme into merged 'superfunds'. James Phillips explores the idea.

A Scottish court has ruled four schemes were validly amended for Barber equalisation in spite of lack of documentation. Stephanie Baxter asks if it could lead to less pedantic judgements south of the border.