Press Releases

Number of pension funds with net zero commitment continues to rise 29 November 2023 The survey results have been published on the eve of COP28 and as pension professionals meet in London for the PLSA’s ESG Conference to explore the most recent developments in the quickly evolving responsible investment landscape and ... Read more

No evidence savers selecting own workplace pension fund would improve retirement outcomes 22 November 2023 Nigel Peaple, Director Policy & Advocacy, PLSA, said: “Today’s Autumn Statement focussed heavily on pensions. There were some positives and some negatives. “We were pleased to see the Chancellor confirm he would increase the State Pen... Read more

PLSA publishes case studies to support pension scheme investment in illiquid assets 20 November 2023 Unlike traditional stocks and bonds, ‘illiquid assets’ are investments that are not readily traded on a public exchange. Examples include ports, toll roads, affordable housing developments, off-shore wind farms, factories and late-sta... Read more

PLSA calls for levy freeze and full review 14 November 2023 The Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) has published its response to the Occupational and Personal Pension Schemes (General Levy) Regulations Review 2023 Public Consultation. The PLSA submission is available here. Joe Da... Read more

Policy reform still achievable despite no Pensions Bill in King’s Speech 07 November 2023 Nigel Peaple, Director Policy & Advocacy, PLSA, said: “Earlier this summer, the Government set out very ambitious plans for a wide range of reforms on pensions. These covered both DB and DC pensions, accumulation and decumulation, the... Read more

PLSA comments on 'Unlocking Investment in Climate Solutions' report 07 November 2023 Nigel Peaple, Director of Policy and Advocacy at the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association (PLSA) said: “The new Phoenix/Make My Money Matter report recognises the good work already undertaken by pension schemes to achieve net zer... Read more

TPT Retirement Solutions named winner of this year's Retirement Living Standards Awards 20 October 2023 The winner, TPT Retirement Solutions, has truly integrated Retirement Living Standards (RLS) into the fabric of their members' journey. Through innovative tools, engaging video quizzes, savings aids, webinars, newsletters, and persona... Read more

PLSA asks for policy, regulatory and fiscal changes to encourage UK growth 18 October 2023 With investment in the UK economy a key topic for debate at the PLSA’s Annual Conference in Manchester this week, and after consulting with a wide range of pension providers, policymakers, think tanks and other stakeholders over the s... Read more

Eight in 10 UK employees support PLSA pension reform plan 16 October 2023 A PLSA survey of 1,600 non-retired UK adults shows significant support from the public for policy reform. Eighty-five per cent think workplace pensions should give people an adequate income in retirement, 87% believe pensions should b... Read more

New charter signifies wide consensus for building better pensions 16 October 2023 The “Building a Consensus for Better Pensions” charter calls for major reforms to improve pension outcomes including setting clear objectives for the UK retirement savings system; protecting the value of the State Pension; bringing ex... Read more

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