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The latest edition of our quarterly Pensions Planner is now available.
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Please contact us if you need assistance with any of the issues that are highlighted in this edition. Read more
On Monday, in its response to the consultation on protecting DB pension schemes and strengthening the Pensions Regulator, the Government confirmed its plans to: introduce a new criminal offence of wilful or reckless behaviour in relation to a defined benefit (DB) pension scheme (aimed at company directors) give the Pensions Regulator the power to issue … Read more
This is one of the questions posed by the DWP in its consultation on the Pensions Ombudsman's dispute resolution powers and jurisdiction issued just before Christmas. The consultation lacks detail on what is meant by mediation, simply suggesting that provision should be made for an Early Resolution Service and to allow the Pensions Ombudsman to ‘mediate’ and ‘resolve’ complaints and disputes before a determination.
It is important that this consultation is taking place now, because the role of the Pensions Ombudsman's service is evolving. Read more
