Pensions Aspects Magazine

Pensions Aspects is one of the UK’s leading pensions magazines, published bi-monthly by the PMI in collaboration with some of the most respected organisations in pensions and finance. We bring you fresh insights, expert analysis, and real-world case studies on finance, inclusion and diversity, pension trusteeship, digital transformation, cybersecurity, governance, and much more. As our flagship publication, Pensions Aspects keeps you informed on the issues that shape our industry, from policy developments and regulatory changes to emerging best practices. More than just a magazine, Pensions Aspects is a space for meaningful conversations. By bringing together thought leaders and industry experts, we help drive innovation and progress in pensions and financial wellbeing. Pensions Aspects is shared with over 4,000 PMI members each year, providing essential member resources, exam updates, industry news, and exclusive interviews—all in one place.

Will the new TPR super code improve scheme governance?
16 July 2021

Will the new TPR super code improve scheme governance?

The consultation on The Pensions Regulator’s (TPR’s) new Code of Practice closed on 26 May. Whilst we await the outcome of the consultation, given the aspiration to put the Code into practice by the end of 2021, it may be that changes are limited. Assuming they are, will the Code improve scheme governance?

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Engaging with the ‘new normal’
16 July 2021

Engaging with the ‘new normal’

I am sitting in the sun at my favourite café writing this piece. Finally, life’s getting back to normal. Despite the changes wrought by COVID-19, there are some constants. For example, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is still on a mission to ensure that the boundaries of advice and guidance are well defined. It recently joined forces with The Pensions Regulator (TPR) to publish some dos and don’ts in this area. The aim is to give clarity to trustees on what they can and can’t do in terms of providing guidance and support around financial decision-making.

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How to advance your career (and increase your enjoyment of pensions!)
16 July 2021

How to advance your career (and increase your enjoyment of pensions!)

I am a consultant in LCP’s Pensions Administration department. I spend a large chunk of my time developing and maintaining our member communications, but I also get involved in various projects across the department with a focus on improving member experience.

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The ‘silver squeeze’: tackling decumulation dilemmas for retirees-to-be
16 July 2021

The ‘silver squeeze’: tackling decumulation dilemmas for retirees-to-be

Five years on from Freedom and Choice, the New Romantic generation is dancing towards a decidedly unromantic retirement. Legal and General Investment Management (LGIM) and NMG Consultingexamine how you could boost the outlook for non-advised prospective retirees. 

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Trusteeship: raising the bar
16 July 2021

Trusteeship: raising the bar

The success of PMI’s APTitude programme has sent ripples across trusteeship as a whole. As a consequence, PMI has now provided an accreditation regime for lay trustees.

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Why have a pension scheme diversity & inclusion policy?
16 July 2021

Why have a pension scheme diversity & inclusion policy?

In an ideal world, all of our differences would be equally celebrated and we would not need specific laws to protect an identified group, or awards based on sex, age or colour. Before we get to this utopian ideal, how can having a Diversity & Inclusion policy for your pension scheme help improve fairness.

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