07 February 2011
A controversial new criminal law on bribery applies to pension scheme trustees. It was due to come into force in April 2011 but has now been postponed until the official guidance is published.
07 February 2011
We are pleased to present our 2011 Bristol seminar programme.
07 February 2011
We are pleased to present our London seminar programme.
03 February 2011
Forceful comments from a judge have given the Pensions Regulator pause for thought over the strength of its moral hazard powers. The case is still at an early stage but the judge's remarks are likely to be influential.
11 January 2011
We look forward to seeing you at our annual Hot Topics seminar.
14 January 2010
In this edition of our Pensions Law newsletter we look at flexible retirement, scheme alteration, employer debt and more.
12 January 2010
Tuesday 30 March 2010 is the first in a series of deadlines for filing information for the PPF risk-based levy in 2010/11 and the following year, 2011/12. There is no leeway: the deadlines are strictly enforced. A lot of information must be filed electronically but certain types have to be submitted on paper. It is vital to allow enough time for this. This briefing gives you the deadlines.
15 December 2009
Radically revised draft guidance on internal controls is the first move in the Pensions Regulator's new campaign to improve pension scheme governance and administration. The consultation paper accepts that, after three years of trying, the Regulator has not managed to persuade many smaller schemes to adopt the processes that deliver good risk management. The new guidance is particularly addressed to these schemes – and sets them a demanding target. Click on the link to read more.
27 October 2009
This edition of our Pensions and Incentives newsletter looks at proposed changes to the way the PPF calculates its risk-based levy, section 75 employer debt and new guidance from the Pensions Regulator and the FSA about what advice about pensions employers can give to their staff.
23 July 2009
Our quarterly update keeping you informed of the latest developments in pensions and incentives law. In this issue: advice for trustees; higher rate tax relief; The Pensions Regulator.
02 September 2008
Our quarterly update keeping you informed of the latest developments in employment, pensions and incentives law.
17 April 2008
Latest employment, pensions and incentives news from Burges Salmon, including CCTV Code of Practice, Maternity Leave and how to improve share incentive schemes.
29 October 2007
Our quarterly update of the latest developments in employment, pensions and incentives law.