The Society of Pension Professionals (SPP) has published a new guide for trustees, setting out practical steps on how the can engage with asset managers on environmental, social & governance (ESG) issues....
Vitality has appointed Dr Arun Thiyagarajan to be the new managing director of its health insurance business. Thiyagarajan will start in January 2025, taking over from Dr Keith Klintworth who is retiring...
For the first time DC pension contributions made by FTSE350 companies have exceeded those paid into DB schemes. Figures compiled by Barnett Waddingham show that £9.9bn was paid into DC schemes last...
Towergate Health & Protection has appointed Tim Moloney to be its new head of client development. Moloney joins from Mercer Marsh Benefits where he helped grow the employee benefits and general insurance...
Over half of voters over 40 say that a commitment to maintaining the triple lock pension would significantly influence their vote at the next general election, according to My Pension Expert. New...
First Actuarial has moved into the group protection sector, with a new consultancy service designed to support clients with wider employee benefits. The company has recruited a team of specialist consultants and...
The King’s Birthday Honours has recognised two high profile figures within the the pensions and savings industry. Yvonne Braun, director of policy, long-term savings, health and protection at the Association of British...
Workplace pension schemes are frequently taking the wrong contributions from employees which could lead to members losing up to £12,000 in retirement, according to Hymans Robertson. The consultancy firm warned problems were...
Everyday care claims accounted for two-thirds, or 64 per cent, of all Vitality Health claims, including virtual GP services, physiotherapy, talking therapies, optical, dental, and hearing claims. The provider reported a 326...
Trustees and sponsors must ensure their vision is aligned when pursuing the run-on of a DB scheme — according to Hymans Robertson. It warns that without clearly defined common goals, this there...
