Monthly Archives: April 2010

Why do some workforces accept DB pension closure and some strike?

Posted on April 9, 2010 by henry tapper

The members I spoke to …were not happy but at least they understood the corporate dilemma. It seems that over time they have reached a consensus that it is in their long-term collective interest to accept the proposed changes and move on without unrest.

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Delivering a pension

Posted on April 7, 2010 by henry tapper

The ordinary member of a pension scheme will not be aware of Liability Driven Investment, however he or she is acutely aware that their pension may be at risk. Continue reading →

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I am weary of being weary of politics

Posted on April 6, 2010 by henry tapper

Here error is all in the not done- all in the diffidence that faltered… Continue reading →

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Delirious – Tell me Easter’s on a Friday

Posted on April 2, 2010 by henry tapper

Rock and roll is the devil’s music- Presley knew, Jerry Lee knew and Johnny Cash knew . They knew where it was coming from- Gospel – but knew where it was going – straight to the whorehouse.

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