Group private medical insurance has evolved considerably since the days that it was perceived as a ‘perk’ for senior staff. While it’s still a benefit designed to cover the cost of eligible...
The challenges of working in a different country, away from what is familiar and comfortable can bring increased stress affecting both wellbeing and the psychological health of employees, particularly for those with...
Welcome to www.capa-data.com, the new interactive website designed to help pensions professionals and others better understand the performance, risk and broader strategy of DC pensions. The site allows you to view and compare the...
New rules mean trustees need to take a hard look at the way asset managers tackle environmental, social and governance (ESG) risks says LGIM’s Head of DC Client Solutions Simon Chinnery. What...
The latest figures released about the shape of the master trust market show that one scheme has applied for authorisation so far. Given the window has been open since 1 October 2018...
It is a funny old world where your simplest product confuses the distributor and customer! A group life lump sum benefit simply pays out on the death of an employee and the...
Clearly many elements of auto enrolment have been a great success. Over 10 million people saving for their retirement for the first time and so far, opt out levels continue to be...
Most auto-enrolment schemes have trustees responsible for looking after member interests, ensuring schemes are well-run, communicating clearly with members and offering suitable investment options. But many pension trustees are overlooking the interests...
There is much confusion over and even resistance to the central idea of CDC pensions, - that targeted pensions may be cut if investment returns disappoint, even though this is a constant...
Suggest a potentially disastrous outcome and follow it up with an alternative that would previously have been highly unpopular, but is then greeted with massive relief. It’s a strategy that has become a standard part of...
