P&E Update: Pensions Bulletin (16 Apr 2015)

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Pensions Law Update Seminar

The Watch List

6th April, 2015 Changes

  • DB to DC transfers and conversions: Regulator issues final guidance
  • charge cap guidance updated
  • HMRC guidance on pensions flexibility and tax

New Law

  • Small Business, Enterprise and Employment Act: Update
  • Auto-enrolment easements: Regulator’s guidance updated

News From The PPF

  • PPF compensation for long serving members: Delay in implementation
  • PPF Technical News issue 7
  • PPF levy FAQs

Cases

  • implied indemnity for section 75 debt: Heis v MF Global UK Services Limited
  • calculation of "pensionable remuneration": Ombudsman’s determination in relation to Mr. White
  • discretionary payment of lump sum death benefits: Ombudsman’s determination in relation to Moreland

Points in Practice

  • Regulator’s Corporate Plan 2015/2018