Collective Defined Contribution: Learning from the Dutch

The Dutch pension system is a mythical paradox: on the one hand it is known as the ‘best’ pension system in the world, ranked 1st in the Mercer Global Pension index. On the other hand, few outside the Netherlands understand Dutch pensions. This article, by a Dutch pensions expert, unravels this mythical paradox by explaining the key characteristics of Dutch pensions and why the Netherlands has invented its own ‘solidarity’ version of a Collective Defined Contribution (CDC) arrangement. The ‘lessons learned’ may be relevant for the UK as it sets about embracing CDC.

Retail, leisure and hospitality: Cutting out AI fraud claims

AI can make fraudulent claims look more credible, especially when your teams are under pressure. How can going ‘back to basics’ help protect your retail, leisure or hospitality business? AI is amplifying existing risks, Willis’ Cyber in Focus 2026 report shows. In this insight, we look at how AI is heightening fraud and claims across the retail, leisure and hospitality industries and how you can get ahead of these AI-amplified risks to your revenue and reputation.

Gender pensions gap in the LGPS start earlier. engage better

The gender pensions gap in the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) is real. But it's not simply a pensions problem. The gap we see at retirement reflects patterns built up over an entire working life. Pay plays a role, but it is only part of the picture. Working patterns, career breaks, caring responsibilities and levels of financial confidence all shape outcomes over time. If we want to close the pensions gap, we need to address the wider gender finance gap.

Mercer Investment Insights Q3 2026

 

Lifestyle Actuary

Dalriada Trustees Limited (Dalriada), one of the largest providers of professional trustee services to pensions schemes in the UK, has today announced the appointment of Sarah Brough as a professional trustee.

Lights Camera Actuary

For the next few months Zoe Bolton will be talking to the senior actuaries in these firms, getting a brief insight into their career paths and visions for the future. This month Zoe interviews Shil Patel the UK Managing Director at Dynamo Analytics

Travelling Actuary

This month's Travelling Actuary takes us to the iconic Boston to experience New England at it’s very best.

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