Zoe Alexander

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AE seven years on: Has it been a success story?

AE has successfully brought millions of people into pension savings. But, as Kim Kaveh writes, it is far from perfect.

clock 14 October 2019 • 4 min read

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What does the future hold for NEST?

Kim Kaveh speaks to industry experts about what could be in store for the UK's default auto-enrolment provider.

clock 26 April 2019 • 4 min read

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How schemes are bracing for AE contribution rate hike

As AE contribution rates rise to a minimum of 8% in just a few days time, Kim Kaveh speaks to four master trusts about their preparations for a potential change in member behaviour.

clock 01 April 2019 • 7 min read

Industry

Partnership deal agreed between ABI and NEST

The Association of British Insurers (ABI) and the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST) have agreed a partnership deal in a bid to formalise their relationship.

clock 21 November 2018 • 1 min read

Appointments

PLSA announces 17-person line-up for inaugural policy board

The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) has named the 17 members of its inaugural policy board after a competitive application process with 60 candidates.

clock 25 September 2018 • 3 min read

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AE savers feel positive about pensions ahead of rate rise

Savers feel positive about the upcoming rise in auto-enrolment (AE) contributions, according to data from the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST).

clock 29 March 2018 • 2 min read

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Exclusive: NEST opt-outs lowest among youngest pension savers, at 4%

Average opt-out rates rested at 4% for 22- to 29-year-old members of NEST in December last year, compared with 26% for 60- to 64-year-olds.

clock 12 February 2018 • 2 min read
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