freedom and choice

Having a DB scheme can be a major factor in any potential acquisition. Mike Ramsey looks at how the risks associated with DB can be minimised

Introducing greater flexibilities for defined benefit (DB) members should be a serious legislative consideration for the government according to Broadstone technical director David Brooks.

A panel explored the concept of innovation in the pensions landscape. PP reveals what they are

The Financial Ombudsman Service has received 475 complaints relating to freedom and choice since last April as it reports an increase in total pension complaints.

Will ban fees on new contracts

Everyone should be offered the option to draw their state pension earlier than the default age at reduced cost, according to Aegon.

Last week's Queen's Speech contained a long awaited Pensions Bill to toughen up master trust regulation and plans to streamline the delivery of guidance. Helen Morrissey looks at whether these measures will adequately address problems within the market...

The new pensions bill will cap early exit fees charged by trust-based occupational schemes in a bid to remove "unreasonable barriers" to accessing pension freedoms.

A new Pensions Bill will strengthen master trust regulation and give The Pensions Regulator increased powers to police these schemes.

Companies overlooking financial advisers, new research finds