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Trustees urged to upskill as pension funds embrace private markets

IPE | 01 Dec 2025

Private market allocations have nearly tripled across UK pension schemes since 2019’, says Pensions Management Institute guide ...

Why doesn't Chancellor raid public sector pensions instead of always coming after private sector workers? ...

This is Money | 01 Dec 2025

Something has been perplexing me for some time. There is always talk of 'raiding' private pensions in one way or another but there is little discussion around the cost to the public purse of the public servants pension schemes (Civil Service, NHS, local government and so on). Those of us who have saved hard for retirement risk seeing the rug pulled

Reeves has just destroyed the case for private sector pensions

AOL | 28 Nov 2025

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

Budget blow to salary sacrifice schemes will add more pain to private sector pensions

This is Money | 26 Nov 2025

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

EXCLUSIVE: Perth private school teachers told accept pension cuts or face redundancy

The Courier | 26 Nov 2025

Educators at the �20,000-a-year school told The Courier they earn less than their council counterparts. ...

EPFO Pension Calculator: Worked 30 Years In A Private Job? Here's How Much You’ll Get

News18 | 22 Nov 2025

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 ...

People taking money out of private or workplace pensions could be due �3,800 tax refund

Daily Record | 21 Nov 2025

More than 13,000 tax refund forms were processed between April and June. ...

DWS urges pension funds to rethink cashflow strategies as private markets shift

IPE | 19 Nov 2025

Alternatives can diversify pension portfolios, but private credit currently offers limited extra returns,�DWS says ...

FCA pension scheme invests less in UK stocks than private sector peers

Financial Times | 19 Nov 2025

Low allocation comes as the government and FCA encourage fund managers to put more money in domestic market ...

Private sector retirees get a pension-powered lifeline

The Daily Tribune - Bahrain | 15 Nov 2025

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

Corporate Adviser | Data Infrastructure Must Keep Pace with Pension Funds’ Private Market Ambitions (Clearwater Analytics Holdings Inc)

Public Technologies | 13 Nov 2025

) 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 ASF approval for the acquisition of BRD Pensii and the BRD mandatory private pension fund (Banca Transilvania SA)

Public Technologies | 13 Nov 2025

) 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

Swiss pension funds pursue domestic private equity amid scepticism

IPE | 12 Nov 2025

Swisscanto’s new domestic private equity fund draws strong pension fund interest as scepticism on the asset class grows ...

Italy’s pension funds deepen private markets drive amid search for diversification

IPE | 11 Nov 2025

Several Italian pension schemes are expanding allocations to private markets to boost diversification and returns ...

Will pension rules catch me out after transfer from public sector to a private sector job?

The Irish Times | 11 Nov 2025

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

State pensioners with small private pensions face HMRC tax by 2027

The Mirror | 09 Nov 2025

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 plans £2bn-a-year stealth tax raid on private sector pensions as she goes after ...

The Daily Mail | 08 Nov 2025

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

Oregon Treasury reducing pension stake in private equity

Keizer Times | 06 Nov 2025

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

GVCA champions private equity as catalyst for pension fund growth

B & FT Online | 05 Nov 2025

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

Chair Cassidy Introduces Bill to Protect Americans’ Private Health Data (US Senate Committee on Health, Education, Labor, and Pensions)

Public Technologies | 04 Nov 2025

) 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

Will my private pension exclude me from State’s new auto-enrolment scheme?

The Irish Times | 02 Nov 2025

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

Swiss pension funds weigh private debt as low yields persist

IPE | 29 Oct 2025

Some Swiss pension funds explore private debt to boost returns, while others remain wary of risks ...

Retirement News

America gets retirement wrong. Can Vanguard fix that?

Jewish World Review | 09 Dec 2025

I've been a retirement economist for my entire adult life, and yet I am continually amazed at how America continues to get retirement saving so wrong. Now, finally, the world's largest issuer of mutual funds is showing signs that it recognizes a major flaw in the system. Vanguard announced last week that next year it plans to offer target-date

RETIREMENT OF A DIRECTOR (AMW Capital Leasing and Finance plc)

Public Technologies | 09 Dec 2025

) The text version of this document is not available. You can access the

WWE Executive Responds to Allegations John Cena Held Wrestlers Down as Cena Nears Retirement

The Capital Journal | 09 Dec 2025

A WWE executive delivers a candid response to long-running claims that John Cena held other wrestlers down as Cena moves toward retirement from the ring. ...

A national airline cancels all flights for third day in a row, no bankruptcy

The Capital Journal | 09 Dec 2025

In the final months of 2025, a number of European airlines have been forced to shut down operations after running out of funds. Regional British carriers Eastern Airways and Blue Islands both canceled all their flights within a few weeks ...

Global retail company closes 132 stores across several brands

The Capital Journal | 09 Dec 2025

Traditional retail stores are disappearing

‘I’ve left it too late’ — the workers who fear they’ll never retire

The Times/The Sunday Times | 09 Dec 2025

The self-employed are saving far too little for retirement, but there are ways to get back on track

Retired greyhounds to continue to be rehomed overseas despite ‘distressing and sometimes fatal’ outcomes

The Guardian | 09 Dec 2025

Independent review calls for sweeping restructure of NSW’s greyhound racing industry but government rejects key recommendations

IRI ANNOUNCES 2025 FEDERAL CHAMPION OF RETIREMENT SECURITY AWARD RECIPIENTS (IRI - Insured Retirement Institute)

Public Technologies | 09 Dec 2025

) WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) presented Sen. Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.) and Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) with its Federal Champion of Retirement Security Award in recognition of their leadership and efforts to enhance retirement security for America's workers and retirees. "Senator Cassidy and Senator Kaine embody the

Mayor Dennis Hanwell attends final council meeting before retirement

Cleveland | 09 Dec 2025

MEDINA, Ohio – After 42 years of working for the city and 16 years serving as mayor, Dennis Hanwell took time to show his appreciation to all who worked alongside him over the years. ...

Young & Restless’s Eric Braeden Debunks Leaving & Retirement Rumors

Coming Soon | 09 Dec 2025

Photo Credit: CBS Eric Braeden, who plays Victor Newman, recently addressed rumors about his departure from The Young and the Restless. Introduced in 1980 as a temporary character, he was initially meant to appear for just a few weeks but eventually became the show’s main lead. He has been part of the series for over 40 years,

Troy Aikman Reveals Broadcast Retirement Decision He Nearly Made

Newsweek | 09 Dec 2025

Troy Aikman will always be remembered for his stellar 12-season career with the Dallas Cowboys from 1989-2000, but

Tracking the retirement announcements of members of Congress

Goshen News | 09 Dec 2025

Midterm elections are historically tough on the party of the sitting president. With Republicans already hanging onto a razor-thin margin in the U.S. House, tracking the GOP members set to leave the chamber — some of whom have been among ...

Legendary metal band retiring after farewell tour: ‘A long time coming’

The Post-Standard | 09 Dec 2025

Published: User Agreement, (updated 8/1/2024) and

Pocatello Science and Environment Administrator Hannah Sanger retires after 17 years

Idaho Press-Tribune | 09 Dec 2025

POCATELLO — Hannah Sanger is retiring after 17 years as science and environment division administrator with the city of Pocatello. ...

Overseas fans split over Cho Jin-woong's retirement after past crime resurfaces

Korea Times | 09 Dec 2025

SEATTLE — When news broke last week that Cho Jin-woong would retire from acting, it hit like a thunderbolt. Many international fans were caught off guard, unsure

China's top sprinter Su Bingtian retires

People Daily | 09 Dec 2025

GUANGZHOU, Dec. 9 (Xinhua) -- China's star sprinter Su Bingtian, the men's 100m Asian record holder, announced his

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT OF REP. LLOYD DOGGETT (Hakeem Jeffries)

Public Technologies | 09 Dec 2025

) Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement after Congressman Lloyd Doggett announced he would not seek another term in the House of Representatives: Across his decades of distinguished public service, as a

Westmoreland Campus Clippings: Seton Hill volleyball coaching legend Rick Hall retires

The Daily Item | 09 Dec 2025

Dec. 8—Rick Hall used to play on beer-sponsored pro beach volleyball tours. ...

Lakers predicted to acquire $109 million forward to help LeBron James before retirement

Sportingnews | 09 Dec 2025

LeBron James has not looked like his normal self this season for the Los Angeles Lakers. After he scored just eight points, breaking his 18-year streak of 10+ in every game, in Thursday’s game against the Toronto Raptors, reality may be setting in for James and fans across the world. The good thing is that Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić have looked

Mutual Fund

America gets retirement wrong. Can Vanguard fix that?

Jewish World Review | 09 Dec 2025

I've been a retirement economist for my entire adult life, and yet I am continually amazed at how America continues to get retirement saving so wrong. Now, finally, the world's largest issuer of mutual funds is showing signs that it recognizes a major flaw in the system. Vanguard announced last week that next year it plans to offer target-date

RETIREMENT OF A DIRECTOR (AMW Capital Leasing and Finance plc)

Public Technologies | 09 Dec 2025

) The text version of this document is not available. You can access the

WWE Executive Responds to Allegations John Cena Held Wrestlers Down as Cena Nears Retirement

The Capital Journal | 09 Dec 2025

A WWE executive delivers a candid response to long-running claims that John Cena held other wrestlers down as Cena moves toward retirement from the ring. ...

A national airline cancels all flights for third day in a row, no bankruptcy

The Capital Journal | 09 Dec 2025

In the final months of 2025, a number of European airlines have been forced to shut down operations after running out of funds. Regional British carriers Eastern Airways and Blue Islands both canceled all their flights within a few weeks ...

Global retail company closes 132 stores across several brands

The Capital Journal | 09 Dec 2025

Traditional retail stores are disappearing

‘I’ve left it too late’ — the workers who fear they’ll never retire

The Times/The Sunday Times | 09 Dec 2025

The self-employed are saving far too little for retirement, but there are ways to get back on track

Retired greyhounds to continue to be rehomed overseas despite ‘distressing and sometimes fatal’ outcomes

The Guardian | 09 Dec 2025

Independent review calls for sweeping restructure of NSW’s greyhound racing industry but government rejects key recommendations

IRI ANNOUNCES 2025 FEDERAL CHAMPION OF RETIREMENT SECURITY AWARD RECIPIENTS (IRI - Insured Retirement Institute)

Public Technologies | 09 Dec 2025

) WASHINGTON, D.C. - The Insured Retirement Institute (IRI) presented Sen. Bill Cassidy, M.D. (R-La.) and Sen. Tim Kaine (D-Va.) with its Federal Champion of Retirement Security Award in recognition of their leadership and efforts to enhance retirement security for America's workers and retirees. "Senator Cassidy and Senator Kaine embody the

Mayor Dennis Hanwell attends final council meeting before retirement

Cleveland | 09 Dec 2025

MEDINA, Ohio – After 42 years of working for the city and 16 years serving as mayor, Dennis Hanwell took time to show his appreciation to all who worked alongside him over the years. ...

Young & Restless’s Eric Braeden Debunks Leaving & Retirement Rumors

Coming Soon | 09 Dec 2025

Photo Credit: CBS Eric Braeden, who plays Victor Newman, recently addressed rumors about his departure from The Young and the Restless. Introduced in 1980 as a temporary character, he was initially meant to appear for just a few weeks but eventually became the show’s main lead. He has been part of the series for over 40 years,

Troy Aikman Reveals Broadcast Retirement Decision He Nearly Made

Newsweek | 09 Dec 2025

Troy Aikman will always be remembered for his stellar 12-season career with the Dallas Cowboys from 1989-2000, but

Tracking the retirement announcements of members of Congress

Goshen News | 09 Dec 2025

Midterm elections are historically tough on the party of the sitting president. With Republicans already hanging onto a razor-thin margin in the U.S. House, tracking the GOP members set to leave the chamber — some of whom have been among ...

Legendary metal band retiring after farewell tour: ‘A long time coming’

The Post-Standard | 09 Dec 2025

Published: User Agreement, (updated 8/1/2024) and

Pocatello Science and Environment Administrator Hannah Sanger retires after 17 years

Idaho Press-Tribune | 09 Dec 2025

POCATELLO — Hannah Sanger is retiring after 17 years as science and environment division administrator with the city of Pocatello. ...

Overseas fans split over Cho Jin-woong's retirement after past crime resurfaces

Korea Times | 09 Dec 2025

SEATTLE — When news broke last week that Cho Jin-woong would retire from acting, it hit like a thunderbolt. Many international fans were caught off guard, unsure

China's top sprinter Su Bingtian retires

People Daily | 09 Dec 2025

GUANGZHOU, Dec. 9 (Xinhua) -- China's star sprinter Su Bingtian, the men's 100m Asian record holder, announced his

LEADER JEFFRIES STATEMENT ON RETIREMENT ANNOUNCEMENT OF REP. LLOYD DOGGETT (Hakeem Jeffries)

Public Technologies | 09 Dec 2025

) Today, Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries released the following statement after Congressman Lloyd Doggett announced he would not seek another term in the House of Representatives: Across his decades of distinguished public service, as a

Westmoreland Campus Clippings: Seton Hill volleyball coaching legend Rick Hall retires

The Daily Item | 09 Dec 2025

Dec. 8—Rick Hall used to play on beer-sponsored pro beach volleyball tours. ...

Lakers predicted to acquire $109 million forward to help LeBron James before retirement

Sportingnews | 09 Dec 2025

LeBron James has not looked like his normal self this season for the Los Angeles Lakers. After he scored just eight points, breaking his 18-year streak of 10+ in every game, in Thursday’s game against the Toronto Raptors, reality may be setting in for James and fans across the world. The good thing is that Austin Reaves and Luka Dončić have looked

A pension is nothing more than deferred compensation.
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