Industry proposals to radically simplify the UK pensions system by introducing a so called ‘citizen's pension' would "tempt fraudsters", The Pensions Advisory Service warns.

HM Revenue & Customs will struggle to cope with a deluge of information requests from trustees attempting to equalise guaranteed minimum pension payments, industry figures warn.

The Local Authority Pension Fund Forum has called for "greater openness and accountability" in company audit reporting.

FTSE100 companies could slash £10bn from their combined pension deficits through non-cash funding this year, PricewaterhouseCoopers says.

Law firm Wragge & Co has promoted Paul Carberry to partner.

Schemes looking to cut investment costs through the use of pooled funds actually face 30% higher annual manager fees, Lane Clark & Peacock warns.

The DZ Bank London Branch Pension Plan has appointed Gatemore Capital Management to provide it with a dedicated chief investment officer service.

The Pensions Regulator's hardline stance on enhanced transfer value exercises could leave trustees vulnerable to legal action should an employer fail, a lawyer warns.

A cross-party group of politicians will today urge the MPs' pension fund to vote in favour of resolutions questioning BP and Shell's controversial tar sands proposals.

Tom Selby previews the March 11 edition of Professional Pensions.