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'Loadsamoney' LISA
Damian Stancombe looks at two employees perspectives who are polar opposites in terms of affluence, considering their savings journeys and the impact of the Lifetim…
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The IoT, dogs and the toughest market conditions for a generation
Telematics has been a hot topic in the motor insurance industry for a number of years, but innovative insurers are now using it in other areas such as pet and home …
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UK votes Leave: how pension schemes can cope with uncertainty
The UK public has voted to 'leave' the EU. In our latest blog we look at the impact on markets and UK pension schemes, including accounting, funding and regulation.
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Guidance for employers on navigating the LGPS
In our latest blog we look at the Pensions Lifetime Savings Association's new guides for employers participating in the LGPS - designed to help them navigate the si…
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EU Referendum: change inevitable for pension schemes - leave or remain
A Brexit following the EU referendum could lead to legislative changes for UK pension schemes, such as GMP equalisation, PPF compensation and funding requirements. …
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Decommissioning and asset valuation: a complex relationship
According to The Decommissioning Company, operators in Europe are forecast to spend over £60 billion on decommissioning over the next 30 years.
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Pension freedoms – a potential trigger for mass financial mis-selling?
A recent report from the Public Accounts Committee stated that, in their view "pension freedoms are a potential trigger for mass financial mis-selling”. Malcolm McL…
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Look-through of funds? It’s still murky
EIOPA is not expected to offer any further clarity in terms of applying proportionality to the principle of look-through of assets. Scott Eason looks at a recent In…
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Changes to widows’ pension rights - not just a 'Thai Bride' problem
In his latest blog Malcolm McLean looks at why the changes that will stop pensioners in Bangkok from getting a weekly cheque from Whitehall will have the same effec…
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The golden years - pension freedoms or folly?
In the third and final blog in his series, Damian Stancombe follows the employee journey through to its conclusion, focussing on the 50+ age group – the Golden Year…