In a little-noticed paragraph in the Budget, the Chancellor said something relatively innocuous at first glance, but which upends anything resembling a fair pensions system. Rachel Reeves said: “We are ensuring that people only in receipt of the basic or new state pension do not have to pay small amounts of tax through Simple Assessment from April
Few public sector
The attack on salary sacrifice schemes threatens private sector pensions while the public sector emerges unscathed, experts warn. They claim the move could dent savers’ retirement pots and lead companies to
Educators at the �20,000-a-year school told The Courier they earn less than their council counterparts. ...
A cap on salary
The minimum age to start receiving a pension is 58, provided the employee has completed at least 10 years of service. A reduced pension can also be taken from the age of 50 ...
More than 13,000 tax refund forms were processed between April and June. ...
Alternatives can diversify pension portfolios, but private credit currently offers limited extra returns,�DWS says ...
Low allocation comes as the government and FCA encourage fund managers to put more money in domestic market ...
Private sector retirees can now apply for a new commutation loan every two years — a scheme that lets them take part of their future pension as an advance lump sum and repay it through monthly pension deductions — without needing to clear previous loans first. A parliamentary proposal enabling this change has
) The announcement that Legal & General, AustralianSuper and Nest will collectively invest £3bn in UK private markets is a welcome sign of renewed confidence in Britain's long-term growth strategy. The focus on infrastructure, housing and high-growth companies reflects the structural need for long-duration capital to power the real economy. Yet
) Banca Transilvania and BT Investments have received the approval of the Financial Supervisory Authority for the acquisition of BRD Pensii and the BRD mandatory private pension fund (pillar 2). The transfer of the
Swisscanto’s new domestic private equity fund draws strong pension fund interest as scepticism on the asset class grows ...
Several Italian pension schemes are expanding allocations to private markets to boost diversification and returns ...
I worked as a public servant for over 25 years and took early retirement to pursue another career. I have a reduced Civil Service pension and paid reduced rate PRSI for my career in that sector. I am now working in the private sector and paying full rate PRSI. I understand that I need minimum of 10 years’ PRSI contributions to be eligible for any
The full state pension rate is set to overtake the personal allowance, the point at which someone starts paying tax, in 2027, and it will come within just a few pounds of it from next April ...
Rachel Reeves is planning to launch a stealth tax raid on private sector retirement savings in this month’s Budget which could net her up to £2 billion a year. In another major blow to British workers, the Chancellor will target salary sacrifice schemes, reducing tax breaks on pension contributions for both employers and employees. And the raid
The proportion of Oregon’s public employee retirement fund invested in private equity funds is shrinking after mounting criticism that it ballooned in recent years. In a public letter shared earlier this month with the four governor-appointed members of the Oregon Investment Council, state Treasurer Elizabeth Steiner said treasury staff were
The Ghana Venture Capital and Private Equity Association (GVCA) has hosted a Pension Funds Risk and Investment Roundtable, bringing together experts from the country’s pension and private capital ecosystems to explore strategies for diversification, sustainable growth and long-term national impact. For years, the discussion within the pension
) WASHINGTON - Today, U.S. Senator Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-LA), chair of the Senate Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions (HELP) Committee, introduced the Health Information Privacy Reform Act. This legislation protects Americans' private health data by expanding health privacy protections to account for
I’ve been reading your recent articles in The Irish Times about auto-enrolment and I see that you say anyone without a private pension will be auto-enrolled. As I work for four individual sole traders and none of them have ever offered any benefits such as pension, health insurance etc, I have had to do these things for myself and several years ago
Some Swiss pension funds explore private debt to boost returns, while others remain wary of risks ...
‘We pay particular attention to broad diversification and carefully structured investments,’ says Sascha Pinger, CIO of WPV, the €5bn pension fund ...
APK Pensionskasse is�targeting opportunities for above-average returns in private equity, while�Bonus Pensionskasse looks to�infrastructure equity ...
Doug McMillon to retire as Walmart CEO, John Furner named successor Doug McMillon will retire as Walmart CEO in 2026, succeeded by U.S. division chief John Furner. If you're dreaming of retirement on the Gulf Coast but don't want sticker shock, look no further. World Atlas compiled a list of nine coastal communities where affordability meets
Russell said he will continue playing in other franchise leagues around the world. ...
The 37-year-old Russell, who has been an
Barbara White, 72, on a recent trip to Paris, France. Courtesy of Barbara WhiteBarbara White downsized to a 55+ community after selling her Florida home for a profit.Demand for retirement communities is rising as older Americans seek active adult lifestyles.White likes the amenities, the proximity to family, and the freedom to travel more. When
Four Americans in their 80s share why they're
U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls says he will retire from Congress after his term ends in 2026 to focus on family. The Texas Republican is a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump. He said on the social platform X that he ...
Former West Indies all-rounder and one of the bona fide T20 superstars, Andre
Nov 30 - Former West Indies
China’s top woman shot put athlete has ignited an online debate about female
In a shocking move just two weeks before the mini-auction for the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL), Andre Russell announced his retirement from the tournament. The revelation came days after he was released by the Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of the 19th edition of the league, with Russell making the announcement on Instagram. Andre Russell retired
Russell has followed the footsteps of another venerable T20 cricketer from the Caribbean, Kieron Pollard, who serves as the batting coach of Mumbai Indians, even though he represents the franchise in other leagues ...
Andre Russell has announced his retirement from IPL but will stay with Kolkata Knight Riders in brand new role as a 'Power Coach' with the three-time champions ahead of upcoming Indian Premier League season. ...
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) legend and two-time IPL
New Delhi: Big-hitting West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell on Sunday announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League, but will stay at Kolkata Knight Riders as a "power coach". Russell, a pace bowling all-rounder, was released as
A groundsman at a prominent Berkshire racecourse said he was "looking forward to a bit of a break" after nearly five decades of service.
IPL 2026: Released by KKR, Andre Russell retires from IPL, flaunts loyalty ...
Andre Russell Has announced his IPL Retirement after playing in the league since 2012, ...
Andre Russell has announced his retirement from IPL. ...
U.S. consumers purchased 90 different EV models in the third quarter, but only nine sold more than 10,000 units. Tesla Model Y and Model 3 were top sellers, moving more than 114,000 and 53,000 vehicles, respectively, and the Chevy Equinox ...
If you had Jushin Thunder Liger vs. Joey Janela on your bingo card for 2025, Saturday was your night. The NJPW legend made a surprise appearance to come out of retirement at the annual WrestleCade convention in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, ...
Many of us (including myself) worry about the level of support the State Pension will offer in retirement. How large will it be, and at what age will I be able to claim it? In fact, will the State Pension even be around two to three decades from now? These aren’t worries I’m prepared to sit back and accept while I have time to do something about
Kolkata Knight Riders’ iconic allrounder Andre Russell has announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League, ending a decade-long association with the franchise. The 37-year-old will now transition into a support staff role with KKR as the team’s new “Power Coach” from the 2026 season. Russell made the announcement on Instagram, addressing
Doug McMillon to retire as Walmart CEO, John Furner named successor Doug McMillon will retire as Walmart CEO in 2026, succeeded by U.S. division chief John Furner. If you're dreaming of retirement on the Gulf Coast but don't want sticker shock, look no further. World Atlas compiled a list of nine coastal communities where affordability meets
Russell said he will continue playing in other franchise leagues around the world. ...
The 37-year-old Russell, who has been an
Barbara White, 72, on a recent trip to Paris, France. Courtesy of Barbara WhiteBarbara White downsized to a 55+ community after selling her Florida home for a profit.Demand for retirement communities is rising as older Americans seek active adult lifestyles.White likes the amenities, the proximity to family, and the freedom to travel more. When
Four Americans in their 80s share why they're
U.S. Rep. Troy Nehls says he will retire from Congress after his term ends in 2026 to focus on family. The Texas Republican is a staunch supporter of President Donald Trump. He said on the social platform X that he ...
Former West Indies all-rounder and one of the bona fide T20 superstars, Andre
Nov 30 - Former West Indies
China’s top woman shot put athlete has ignited an online debate about female
In a shocking move just two weeks before the mini-auction for the 2026 Indian Premier League (IPL), Andre Russell announced his retirement from the tournament. The revelation came days after he was released by the Kolkata Knight Riders ahead of the 19th edition of the league, with Russell making the announcement on Instagram. Andre Russell retired
Russell has followed the footsteps of another venerable T20 cricketer from the Caribbean, Kieron Pollard, who serves as the batting coach of Mumbai Indians, even though he represents the franchise in other leagues ...
Andre Russell has announced his retirement from IPL but will stay with Kolkata Knight Riders in brand new role as a 'Power Coach' with the three-time champions ahead of upcoming Indian Premier League season. ...
Kolkata Knight Riders (KKR) legend and two-time IPL
New Delhi: Big-hitting West Indies all-rounder Andre Russell on Sunday announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League, but will stay at Kolkata Knight Riders as a "power coach". Russell, a pace bowling all-rounder, was released as
A groundsman at a prominent Berkshire racecourse said he was "looking forward to a bit of a break" after nearly five decades of service.
IPL 2026: Released by KKR, Andre Russell retires from IPL, flaunts loyalty ...
Andre Russell Has announced his IPL Retirement after playing in the league since 2012, ...
Andre Russell has announced his retirement from IPL. ...
U.S. consumers purchased 90 different EV models in the third quarter, but only nine sold more than 10,000 units. Tesla Model Y and Model 3 were top sellers, moving more than 114,000 and 53,000 vehicles, respectively, and the Chevy Equinox ...
If you had Jushin Thunder Liger vs. Joey Janela on your bingo card for 2025, Saturday was your night. The NJPW legend made a surprise appearance to come out of retirement at the annual WrestleCade convention in Winston-Salem, North Carolina, ...
Many of us (including myself) worry about the level of support the State Pension will offer in retirement. How large will it be, and at what age will I be able to claim it? In fact, will the State Pension even be around two to three decades from now? These aren’t worries I’m prepared to sit back and accept while I have time to do something about
Kolkata Knight Riders’ iconic allrounder Andre Russell has announced his retirement from the Indian Premier League, ending a decade-long association with the franchise. The 37-year-old will now transition into a support staff role with KKR as the team’s new “Power Coach” from the 2026 season. Russell made the announcement on Instagram, addressing