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Unions – what’s happening with pensions? Neil Walsh explains CDC’s impact on Prospect – 10.30 this morning

This from the Government on “The future of CDC” The initial impetus for CDC has come from a large employer and a major trade union seeking an alternative pension model. But establishing CDC schemes opens the possibility of more diverse … Continue reading

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Tomorrow ; progress from DC to CDC with the unions! Invitation inside!

I’m very pleased that we have Neil Walsh of Prospect at the Pension PlayPen at 10.30 am tomorrow (Tuesday 21st July). We will discuss how unions are getting to grips with CDC as a way forward to what are currently … Continue reading

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Come and debate the future of DC with the Prospect union.

We will discuss how unions are getting to grips with CDC as a way forward to what are currently DC workplace pensions. The event is at 10.30 am on Tuesday 21st July. You can get into the meeting on this … Continue reading

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The Treasury has opened up new seams of fees for pension advisers and consultants.

I’m sorry Jason, I don’t think your observation is any more valid than the money in the photo, it may be money but no one else observes it. Here’s what benefit consultants have got on their mind For decades savers … Continue reading

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How do unions feel about CDC?

What we were used to – no longer available to  workers in the private sector Since the collapse of Defined Benefit pensions first for new joiners and soon after for further accrual by those already members, the unions have fallen … Continue reading

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Collective Defined Contribution Schemes – the “Shameful Missed Opportunity” of 2008!

Here is An article by Kevin Wesbroom. I first published it on June 3rd 2014, just over 12 years ago. Kevin was then leading Aon’s thought leadership on DC . This reminds me how little had changed since six years … Continue reading

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A wake up and a shake up for advisers and trustees in their “end game”

Two amendments are going through the House of Lords, framed by Baroness Altmann of Tottenham. I am proud to have played a part in this work but recognise the bulk of the momentum has been created by Stagecoach’s DB Pension, … Continue reading

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What are our Lords up to with “Pension Schemes” this week?

This from the “on the money” Pension Age which keeps us up to date with the Pension discussions. Peers query mandation and LGPS powers as Pension Schemes Bill enters HoL committee stage By Callum Conway   13/1/26 House of Lords (HoL) … Continue reading

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SASA – (Stagecoach Aberdeen Scheme Adoption) – the video and deck

If you missed this  coffee morning presentation from John , you are in luck. It’s with you below, with a download if you want to share it – here. If you want to see the slides they are below and … Continue reading

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A man and a woman making sense of investment for retirement

I wish I’d put it as well as this man has I’d wish I’d put it as well as this woman has UK businesses are facing many headwinds, but revitalising economic growth can help them overcome barriers to successful expansion. … Continue reading

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