The last few years have seen pension scheme liabilities transferred in record-breaking numbers. Reports on the bulk annuity market highlighted trades totalling around £43 billion in 2019. Even the … [Read more...] about A record-breaking year for pensions risk transfer
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Getting ready for a revolution in member communications and pensions dashboards
In 2022, there will be two key developments that will change member communications for certain schemes. In addition, the pensions industry will continue to make preparations for the launch of pensions … [Read more...] about Getting ready for a revolution in member communications and pensions dashboards
T(hresholds!) minus two weeks and counting:
New public procurement thresholds apply from 1 January 2022 As of 1 January 2022, the minimum financial thresholds for the procurement regime to apply will change. This change has two key … [Read more...] about T(hresholds!) minus two weeks and counting:
Out with a bang: 2021 rounded off with a flurry of news in UK public procurement
As 2021 draws to a close, we can report on a number of interesting developments relevant to anyone involved in public procurement in the UK. Whether you're at the coalface organising a public … [Read more...] about Out with a bang: 2021 rounded off with a flurry of news in UK public procurement
M&S sues Aldi for IP infringement – again
Marks & Spencer and Aldi are once again going into battle, this time for Aldi's alleged infringement of the design of M&S' 'Light Up Gin'. M&S has argued that the designs of Aldi's gold … [Read more...] about M&S sues Aldi for IP infringement – again
UK public procurement: Poor payers may find it harder to win government contracts
A look at Procurement Policy Note 08/21 Background Applicability Mechanism Criteria From 1 April 2022, in all relevant procurements: The bottom line … [Read more...] about UK public procurement: Poor payers may find it harder to win government contracts