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Occupational pension scheme governance: the next stage for internal controls
One of the key new aspects of governance is internal audit. It is important for trustees to understand the extent and scope of the statutory audit. While we await g…
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Improving employee financial wellbeing
Employees are buckling under financial pressures, resulting in health concerns that require time off and disrupt day-to-day productivity. How can employers adjust t…
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Holding residential property in SSAS or SIPP – what you need to know
When it comes to buying property in your SSAS or SIPP, you need both knowledge and wisdom, especially where there is the possibility that the property could be deem…
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When does a Power of Attorney not work for pensions?
The UK is experiencing an ageing population, with issues of health and government legislation relentlessly adding to the complexity of pensions. Read our latest con…
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How professional is your professional trustee?
The Regulator published an industry consultation on the future of trusteeship and governance on 2 July 2019. One question asked is whether an accredited professiona…
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Have you thought about what your consultants do for you?
New draft regulations were published recently by TPR, in order to help pension trustees set objectives for their investment consultancy provider. Ian Mills provides…
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The rise of the self-employed: how should employers respond?
The UK has seen a significant rise in self-employment in recent years, the increase is fuelled by the rise of the gig economy. As a result of people working as free…
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Divorce and the SIPP
If you are going through a divorce the last thing on your mind may well be your, or your spouse’s, pension savings. However, as pension savings can be a valuable pe…
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How to offer appropriate benefits at appropriate times
To successfully connect with people and for your messages to land, it's important to reach the right person at the right moment so they are more receptive towards y…