Pensions UK publishes technical guidance to support Vote Reporting Template users
Caroline Escott said: “I’m delighted to see the launch of the Pensions UK technical guidance, which marks a significant step forward for our industry."
Aviva launches new pension fund to boost private markets investment
The 'My Future Vision' strategy aims to improve diversification and to deliver returns in a risk-managed way, with the aim of handling market volatility better.
Indeed launches Premium Sponsored Jobs to help employers tackle slow hiring
The offering lets employers connect directly with quality candidates, use AI features for faster screening, and display an “urgently hiring” label.
Government unveils £500m Fair Pay Agreement for care workers
The Agreement is expected to come into force in 2028 to help with recruitment and retention, and to support better recognition for care staff.
Older workers see slow employment recovery as inactivity rate falls – DWP
England had the highest employment rate for people aged 50 to 64 at 72.4%, while Wales had the lowest at 63.5%.
Towergate Employee Benefits appoints client director
Dasha Ivanova will lead strategic relationships with corporate clients and focus on delivering compliant and cost-effective employee benefits solutions.
Just Group launches fixed term investment for pension portfolios on Fundment
Just Group has introduced a new Fixed Term Investment solution on the Fundment platform, offering advisers guaranteed income or growth options within personal pension portfolios.
Rising SMP Europe engineers recognised in Automechanika Birmingham awards
George Ottowell and Adrian Overton have been named among the UK aftermarket’s top young professionals in the inaugural ‘Thirty Under 30’ Awards.
Health and education lead UK sectors in self-reported GDPR breaches
New analysis of ICO data shows health, education and retail are the most likely sectors to self-report personal data breaches, with incidents peaking in November.
Banking vacancies climb 11% as AI reshapes workforce needs
UK banking vacancies are forecast to rise 11% in 2025, led by strong demand in IT and operations roles, with London driving growth and regional hiring showing sharp contrasts.
Nest and Aardman team up for creative pension campaign
The campaign aims to encourage people to take more interest in their pensions, with Nest’s research showing that one in three UK workers has a Nest pension.
Thackray Williams appoints new employment partner
Jennifer Nicol, who has over 20 years’ experience as a employment lawyer in London, will lead the employment team in the capital.
