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Pensions Perspectives with Decumulation debated Decumulation, often described as the “nastiest, hardest problem in finance”, sits at the heart of how members turn their pension pots into a sustainable income for life. In this episode, and the first in a two part series, host Sophie Tennison speaks with pensions lawyer Wendy Hunter and WTW adviser Andrew Doyle to unpack why decumulation is so complex, what’s changing under the Government’s new Guided Retirement framework, and how schemes can better support members at retirement. They explore the trade offs between drawdown, flex and fix solutions and lifelong income options like Retirement CDC, and the legal and governance considerations trustees must navigate. Posted in: Articles Posted on: Monday Mar 30

Broadstone appoint Principal of Projects and Endgame Admin Broadstone announces the appointment of John Bacon as Principal of Projects and Endgame Administration. Posted in: Lifestyle Article Posted on: Monday Mar 30

Green shoots of recovery to be stamped out by uncertainty The Bank of England’s Money and Credit data publication today finds that net mortgage borrowing increased to £4.8 billion in February, from £4.2 billion in January, above the previous six-month average of £4.5 billion. Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Monday Mar 30

Get future ready with this LGPS governance roadmap We don’t yet have the final requirements and nor do we know exactly when they will come into force, but there’s no doubt big change is coming and administering authorities should already be planning for them. In this article we set out where the proposals have got to and what funds should be doing to prepare. It’s been five years since the publication of the final Good Governance report for the Scheme Advisory Board, and most of the recommendations are close to becoming reality. Posted in: Articles Posted on: Monday Mar 30

Bank of Mum and Dad comes at a cost Three in five (61%) parents of adult children provide financial support. This includes everyday living costs (26%), property help (13%), children’s savings (11%), and covering university fees to avoid student loans (11%). Parents cite a strong sense of responsibility (46%) and a desire to protect their children from debt or financial hardship (47%) as key motivations. Yet three quarters (74%) providing this support say it has affected them financially: 27% have dipped into savings and 15% expect to retire later or have a more modest retirement as a result Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Monday Mar 30

Middle East conflict keeps investors on high alert Volatile week ahead as Vix reaches tariff tantrum levels. UK markets battle with rate hike expectations. US markets brace for a string of economic data points. Oil ticks higher as de-escalation doubts mount. Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Monday Mar 30

Comments on TPR guidance on actuarial s37 confirmations Barnett Waddingham and ARC Pensions Law comment on the The Pensions Regulator publishing its guidance on Section 37 issues arising from Virgin Media Ltd vs NTL Pension Trustee II Ltd. Posted in: Pensions - Articles Posted on: Friday Mar 27

Sharp downward trend in car insurance premiums slowing Comprehensive car insurance premiums have fallen by 9% (£66) during the last 12 months1 with UK motorists now paying £711 on average, according to the latest Confused.com Car Insurance Price Index in association with WTW. Posted in: General Insurance Article Posted on: Friday Mar 27

What does stagflation mean for equity investors Schroders, examines how concern is growing that an energy shock triggered by the Iran war will lead to a period of stagflation - something that may make investors wary. But history suggests stocks in an environment of low growth and high inflation may not perform as poorly as investors fear. On the back of soaring energy prices, fears are once again rising that the global economy could be heading in a stagflationary direction – one where economic growth is weak and inflation high. Posted in: Articles Posted on: Friday Mar 27

Trumps strike extension fails to lift the mood Stocks, bonds, and gold all fell yesterday as markets want action, not words. Higher bond yields put pressure on finding a swift resolution in Iran. UK markets react to retail sales and consumer confidence data. US market sell-off showcases the benefits of diversification Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Friday Mar 27

TPR guidance on retrospective actuarial s37 confirmations Regulations made under section 37 of the Pension Schemes Act 1993 restricted certain alterations to the rules of an occupational pension scheme contracted-out on the salary-related basis. Posted in: Pensions - Articles Posted on: Thursday Mar 26

Pension transfer lament and FCA plans risk making it worse Almost one-in-three (28%) people who have attempted to switch pension providers in the last three years have found the process “difficult”. Worryingly, one-in-ten people said the process took three to six months, with the same proportion simply giving up on moving their retirement pot entirely. Posted in: Pensions - Articles Posted on: Thursday Mar 26

Let AI do the ordinary so humans can do the extraordinary See how early adopters are using AI to elevate human judgment and creativity. As AI adoption expands globally, board members and senior leaders are defining how to manage and govern the human + AI partnership to maximize their return on investment. They report key learnings. As early as 2019, Professor Mark Kennedy of Imperial College London distinguished between the role of AI in automation (replacing human tasks with technology), augmentation (improving human outcomes through technology) and addition (finding new sources of value). Posted in: Articles Posted on: Thursday Mar 26

Millions of drivers opt out of full protection A growing ‘protection gap' among UK motorists is becoming more apparent as consumers try to manage costs, according to new research from Close Brothers Motor Finance. Posted in: General Insurance Article Posted on: Thursday Mar 26

FTSE holds above 10,000 as oil resumes its climb above $100 FTSE 100 dips after two days of gains. Gold slides below $4,500. US markets: Initial jobless claims in focus, 211k expected. Brent Crude heading towards $105. US natural gas storage figures later. Year-to-date prices -6.5% vs +90% for EU contracts. Memory stocks face their DeepSeek moment Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Thursday Mar 26

LCP announce two new senior appointments LCP has strengthened its leadership structure and looked to adapt to the evolving pensions market with two new appointments. Posted in: Lifestyle Article Posted on: Wednesday Mar 25

Fixed income in focus as investors eye future IHT changes Bond markets offering income levels not seen for a decade as yields reset after years of rising rates. Risk-adjusted returns from fixed income have strengthened, creating a rare window of opportunity for longer-term investors. Next year’s IHT changes are reshaping wealth planning, particularly how investors balance capital versus income when passing on assets. Tax year end is prompting investors to secure current yield levels. Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Wednesday Mar 25

FCA to help people with simplified advice plans More people could access financial advice, under proposals set out by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). The FCA is consulting on how to make it easier for firms to give more simplified forms of individualised financial advice to consumers. Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Wednesday Mar 25

Februarys inflation snapshot shows the calm before the storm The Consumer Prices Index rose by 3.0% in the 12 months to February 2026, unchanged from the 12 months to January. Clothing made the largest upward contribution to the monthly change, while motor fuels made the largest, offsetting, downward contribution. Core CPI (CPI excluding energy, food, alcohol and tobacco) rose by 3.2% in the 12 months to February 2026, up from 3.1% in the 12 months to January. Oil and gas prices remain highly elevated despite President Trump’s claims of progress in negotiations and a partial reopening of the Strait of Hormuz. Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Wednesday Mar 25

Inflation holds steady but figures pre-date Iran conflict Standard Life and IG comment as CPI holds at 3% for February, broadly in line with expectations. However, conflict-related rising energy and cost pressures are expected to push inflation higher in the months ahead Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Wednesday Mar 25

State pensioners still in line for above inflation boost Inflation announced as 3% for the 12-month period to February 2026.This is the last inflation figure released before the state pension increases by 4.8% from 6 April, indicating an above-inflation boost for pensioner purchasing power.Aegon calls for clarity on the government’s long-term plans, with the state pension set to sit just £23 under the £12,570 income tax threshold. Posted in: Pensions - Articles Posted on: Wednesday Mar 25

Innovate to deliver in the new pensions era TPR CEO calls for industry to align behind a shared vision of generating a sustainable income for retirement savers. The Pensions Regulator (TPR) Chief Executive has challenged the pensions market to innovate to help deliver a modern system providing long-term value for savers and a secure income at retirement. In a speech to the JP Morgan Pensions and Savings Symposium, Chief Executive Nausicaa Delfas stressed that the UK pensions system is entering a new era with the current Pension Schemes Bill and work of the Pensions Commission. Posted in: Articles Posted on: Tuesday Mar 24

1 year to go to Pensions IHT change but 9 in 10 in the dark Standard Life modelling shows that if the nil-rate band had risen in line with inflation since the beginning of its freeze, it would now be around £200,000 higher than its current level. 9 in 10 (89%) UK adults have little or no awareness of the upcoming inheritance tax (IHT) pension changes. Just one in seven Gen X understand how IHT works, despite being the generation most likely to currently be dealing with inheritance issues. 30% of UK adults think their estate will exceed the IHT threshold Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Tuesday Mar 24

Insurers face rising IT costs for AI, legacy and regulation Financial institutions face rising IT budgets as they balance innovation, legacy and regulation, says Celent, a GlobalData company Posted in: General Insurance Article Posted on: Tuesday Mar 24

M&G completes £140m Bulk Purchase Annuity for Panasonic M&G plc (“M&G”) today announces a £140 million bulk purchase annuity (BPA), securing the pension benefits of around 650 members of the Panasonic UK Pension Plan for Panasonic Europe, which through its subsidiaries is a leading supplier of consumer and business-related electronics products. Posted in: Investment - Articles Posted on: Tuesday Mar 24

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