“Change is well overdue” as pension transfers plagued by issues three years on from regulation – Quilter
Despite the introduction of pension transfer regulations three years ago to prevent fraud, major issues persist.
More than half of retired women rely on state pension, research finds
Aegon’s latest research revealed that 54% of retired women rely on the State Pension compared to just 28% of retired men.
18 to 34-year-olds more confident about pensions post-Budget – Standard Life
Since the Budget, more than a third (36%) of 18 to 34-year-olds said they feel more confident they will have sufficient income in retirement.
AJ Bell suggests alternatives to IHT on pensions
AJ Bell is calling on chancellor Rachel Reeves to consider alternatives to inheritance tax (IHT) on pensions.
Superfunds to take on more leading roles in risk transfer market – Hymans Robertson
Superfunds have come of age, according to Hymans Robertson.
One in five unsure of own pension contributions – Hargreaves Lansdown
A third (33%) of those over 55 reported not knowing their contributions, compared to just 10% of people between 18 and 34.
Workplace pensions set for boost following Mansion House Speech
Employees across the UK are set to benefit from a significant overhaul of workplace pensions.
20 years to close the gender pension gap without decisive action, research finds
The current average gap in pension savings at retirement showed women trailing men by about £100,000.
Gen X apprehensive about pensions -Standard Life
Gen X were more negative about their retirement prospects, with 54% worried their finances would not last, compared with 31% of older Baby Boomers.
Aegon reveals intention to launch pensions dashboard
This followed the FCA's recent publication on the regulatory framework for pensions dashboard service firms.
Pension stakeholders can alter DB scheme strategies – Hymans Roberston
The firm warns that personnel changes can transform the objectives a DB scheme aims to achieve.
West Bromwich Building Society pension scheme completes £70m buy-in with Canada Life
This transaction secures the benefits of all uninsured scheme members, covering about 490 deferred members and 400 pensioner members.
