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TPR focuses on stronger supervision as pension reforms take shape
The regulator said it is adapting its oversight approach to reflect a pensions market that is becoming increasingly consolidated.
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TPR appoints three new board members
Ben Gunnee, executive director, market oversight, has joined the board alongside new non-executive directors Tracey McDermott and Chris Hitchen.
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TPR chief executive outlines vision for transformed pensions market by 2036
Delfas said: “Looking forward is not only interesting, it is essential if we are to act now to shape a system that truly delivers for members.”
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TPR says most DB pension schemes now focused on endgame planning
The regulator said stronger funding positions mean many schemes are now moving away from deficit repair strategies and instead focusing on long-term objectives.
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Pension fraud taskforce welcomes Government’s new fraud disruption unit
The Pension Scams Action Group responded to the Home Office’s announcement of a new Online Crime Centre, unveiled on 9th March as part of the government’s updated Fraud Strategy.
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Majority of DC pension savers now offered in-scheme retirement options, finds TPR
86% of the largest schemes offer at least one retirement income option, compared to just 46% of small schemes.
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The Pensions Regulator appoints Richard Knox as executive director for strategy and policy
He brings more than 20 years of experience in financial services regulation and public policy, including senior roles at HM Treasury and leadership of the Government’s Pensions Investment Review.
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Pension administration improving but industry must do more, says TPR
Julian Lyne said: “As the market evolves, trustees must take greater responsibility and accountability for ensuring those improvements happen.”
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Thousands of pension scam victims receive compensation in £80m payout
The Pensions Regulator (TPR), the Fraud Compensation Fund (FCF), The Pensions Ombudsman (TPO) and Dalriada Trustees confirmed today (19th August) that £81.5m has so far been paid to 58 pension schemes whose members were defrauded by scammers.
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Stick to the rules on scheme loans or risk enforcement action, TPR warns trustees
The regulator has said it will continue raising standards of trusteeship through its supervisory approach and forthcoming guidance on what good practice looks like.
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DWP appoints interim chair of The Pensions Regulator
The appointment will last up to nine months, with Baker set to receive £73,840 a year for a minimum of 104 days' work.
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TPR updates guidance for third-party trustee applications
TPR's guidance shows what information applicants need to provide, with links to application forms and a clear explanation of everyone’s roles.