IPE's United Kingdom Coverage – Page 5
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NewsDB surplus extraction expected to fall short of industry expectations
Expectations of widespread surpluses across DB schermes may not reflect the realities of extraction, says the PPI
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NewsPension funds warn removal of BP chair signals wider governance failings
The oil giant faces renewed shareholder scrutiny after Albert Manifold’s dismissal exposed deeper concerns over governance, oversight and strategy
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NewsLiquidity emerges as strategic asset class for pension schemes
The move comes as private markets exposure continues to increase, according to a report from Northern Trust
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NewsPublic market allocations drive 8% return for Church Commissioners in 2025
2025 performance marks 17th consecutive year of positive returns
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NewsUK DC providers move beyond illiquid debate towards implementation, says Isio
Research shows UK master trusts increasing illiquid allocations while implementation concerns move centre stage
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NewsFCA publishes review of transition finance for climate solutions
Regulator says UK is primed for green investments, and large investors should focus on demand signals and policy advocacy
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NewsFidelity FutureWise grows to £25bn amid UK DC private markets push
The FutureWise workplace pension strategy has grown from £6.5bn since adopting a target date fund (TDF) structure in 2022
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Country ReportPensions in the UK report 2026: Reforms courting controversy
The new Pension Schemes Act has sparked concerns that it hands too much control to the government
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Country ReportThe future of UK local government pension scheme pools
Local government pension schemes in England and Wales are consolidating their assets as part of reforms designed to increase efficiency and boost local economies
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Country ReportMomentum builds for collective defined contribution pension schemes in the UK
Following the Royal Mail’s successful move to a collective DC pension plan in 2024, more such schemes may be in the making
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Country ReportTime for collective defined contribution to enter the mainstream
The industry must employ CDC more broadly to build a retirement system that serves savers better and protects employers
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Country ReportL&G seeking to retain the number-one spot in pension risk transfer
Gareth Mee, L&G’s new institutional retirement head, wants better recognition of the role insurers play in productive finance
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Special ReportFrom crypto to core markets: how digital infrastructure is reshaping finance
In an interview with John Allan, director of innovation and operations at the UK Investment Association, we explore how UK-led developments, from digital Gilt issuance to the Digital Securities Sandbox, are beginning to reshape mainstream capital markets
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InterviewsUK pension funds PPF and USS on LDI and fixed income risk management
The PPF takes a dynamic approach in its LDI portfolio, while USS’ head of fixed income outlines the scheme’s globally diversified rates hedge
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ResearchIPE institutional market survey: Managers of UK institutional assets 2026
In this year’s survey of UK institutional and pension fund assets, managers reported a headline figure of €4.03trn, 3% higher than last year, while the figure for UK pension fund assets fell by about 1.7% to €2.24trn.
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NewsMajor report on climate adaptation hailed as a ‘wake-up call’ for UK investors
Climate Change Committee says ‘critical action needed’ to safeguard the country’s financial system
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NewsUK DC consolidation drive gathers pace as L&G default fund reaches £25bn
L&G says its flagship DC default fund exceeded government scale ambitions and private markets commitments
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NewsFCA raises concerns about ESG in credit ratings
Move comes as US Republicans threaten credit rating agencies with enforcement action over integration of sustainability risks
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NewsTrustees told to retain accountability as TPR sets expectations for pension AI use
The Pensions Regulator clarifies expectations on AI use, warning trustees that accountability remains unchanged despite rapid adoption across pensions
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NewsUK pensions industry urges commission to ‘be brave’ on adequacy reforms
Industry leaders urge bold pension reforms as UK retirement undersaving risks rising to 19 million
