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From Parliamentary Under Secretary of State
  • Taskforce tackles pension scheme governance

    New recommendations to give pension savers a voice in how their hard-earned savings are being looked after have today been published.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • The Pensions Ombudsman to continue tenure

    Anthony Arter will continue in his role as the Pensions Ombudsman for another year.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • A new way forward for posties and others who have workplace pensions

    A new type of pension scheme, with the potential to provide better retirement outcomes and stability, will move a step closer today.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Savers urged to be savvy before shifting savings

    Plans to support savers seeking access to their pension pots are outlined today in a change to ensure people are fully informed before moving their money.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Greater stewardship sets course for a greener future

    Pension schemes are joining forces to ensure they can contribute to a more sustainable society, as Britain builds back better, fairer and greener.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Pension fee shake-up

    Government plans to protect small pension pots by limiting the level at which fees can be charged on them will be outlined today.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Simpler information to transform pension understanding for savers

    Savers will have a much clearer picture of their pension pots from next year, thanks to government plans to introduce simpler annual statements.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • New rules to help curb online pension scams

    The government is helping shut the door on social media scammers trying to plunder people’s pensions under new scam prevention measures due this autumn.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Sarah Smart appointed new Chair of The Pensions Regulator

    The Department for Work and Pensions has announced the appointment of Sarah Smart as the new permanent Chair of The Pensions Regulator (TPR).

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Call for Evidence launched on the Social element of ESG investing

    The impact of social factors on pension scheme investments will be scrutinised by the Government as a Call for Evidence is launched today.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • £400,000 boost for retirement saving trials

    The DWP has announced a £400,000 funding boost for schemes that help people take stock of their health, skills and wealth as part of later life planning.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Minister for Pensions Guy Opperman's keynote speech to the PLSA

    Minister for Pensions, Guy Opperman addressed the PLSA about the Pensions Schemes Act, and how it is making pensions safer, better and greener.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • State Pension correction exercise update

    This statement provides an update to the House on uplifts to State Pension which has been a matter of Parliamentary interest since 2020.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Pension schemes and climate-related risks

    A speech delivered by the Minister for Pensions to the 2021 Professional Pensions Investment Conference about climate-related risks.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • New advice to help savers make the most of their pensions

    New advice to help savers see the full benefit of their pensions when they retire has been published by the government today.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Consultation launched to improve funding for pension bodies

    Government plans to increase funding for pensions industry protection bodies via the General Levy have been announced today.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Minister for Pensions Guy Opperman's speech on a new direction for trustee stewardship

    Minister for Pensions, Guy Opperman, today announced the launch of a Working Group in a speech to the Association of Member Nominated Trustees.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • DWP working group to address stewardship barriers

    A shake up of pension schemes voting rights is on the horizon, with the launch of a new government working group.

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Caroline Rookes appointed permanent Chair of The Pensions Ombudsman

    The Department for Work and Pensions has announced the appointment of Caroline Rookes as the new permanent Chair of The Pensions Ombudsman (TPO).

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government

  • Simple statements boost for pension planning

    Convoluted pension statements are set to be a thing of the past as the Pensions Minister today unveils innovative plans for simple, annual pension statements

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    First published during the 2019 to 2022 Johnson Conservative government