Local Government Pension Scheme

Chancellor announces measures to consolidate pensions following Mansion House reforms

Gresham House BSIF II closes at £450m, alongside £300m forest growth LP

North of England investment business announces final close of £312m

Chancellor announces new VfM framework, DC investment vehicle and LGPS consultation

Consultants say remedy may limit funds’ ability to focus on other issues

Consultation looks to clarify underpin rules on aggregation, club transfers and divorce

Government analysis finds 41% gap between value of male and female pension pots

No concerns over long-term cost efficiency and majority of funds now in surplus

Kelly Tran asks if UK pension funds are facing yet another challenging year in markets

Moving small amount of overseas assets to UK could make sense for council schemes