Lifestyle Article - Two new members appointed to TPRs Determinations Panel

 The Panel is responsible for making formal decisions relating to cases where TPR seeks to use certain powers.

 TPR chair Sarah Smart said: “I am delighted that Anthony and Margaret are joining our Determinations Panel. As we focus on putting the saver at the heart of our activities, Anthony’s extensive experience of ruling on cases that affect individuals will help inform our approach. And Margaret’s extensive legal experience will be invaluable in focussing how the Panel approaches, and discusses, cases.

 “Sarah Chambers has also been reappointed to the Panel to serve another a second four-year term. I would like to thank Sarah for her contribution during her first term.”

 TPR’s Determinations Panel’s chair, Antony Townsend said: “I am delighted to welcome two such exceptional new members to our Panel as the economic climate continues to present challenges to the pensions industry. It is our role to ensure TPR continues to use its new and existing powers wisely and proportionately. I am looking forward to working with Anthony and Margaret, as well as the existing members of our panel, as we review and rule on future cases.”

 The appointments were made following full and open processes. To encourage a diverse range of applications, the recruitment campaign included a webinar for prospective candidates, which was attended by forty people. In total, almost 100 applications were received.