Bulk transfers from the Social Housing Pension Scheme (SHPS) commonly occur at this time of year and 2019 has been no different, with three First Actuarial clients successfully moving their share of SHPS assets and liabilities to another pension arrangement. Find out more.
Read moreThe first results of the 2019 Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) valuation are being released over the next two months, and a picture is starting to emerge. Read our September 2019 briefing and sign up to our forthcoming webinar to find out more.
Read moreAnnual Allowance issues have been in the news recently in relation to NHS doctors. However, the Annual Allowance can have an impact in a wide range of schemes. This briefing gives an overview of the Annual Allowance regime, and discusses how employers can identify employees affected and support them.
Read moreThis bulletin is a reminder of the key areas covered by the LGPS consultation and provides a link to First Actuarial’s response.
Read moreFirst Actuarial’s response to the Ministry of Housing, Communities & Local Government’s policy consultation “LGPS: Changes to the Local Valuation Cycle and Management of Employer Risk” (May 2019)
Read moreOur June briefing covers cessation debts, which will form part of the latest triennial valuation of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). We also look at Funding Agreements, which set out the terms applicable when a cessation trigger occurs.
Read moreThe online tool for employers to download their FRS102 disclosures for the Social Housing Pension Scheme (SHPS) was released on 13 May 2019. This is the first time that full defined benefit (DB) accounting has been applied to SHPS and it will be a learning curve for some employers. Our...
Read moreApril's bulletin reminds you of two important deadlines for the 30th April, on both DB and DC sections and how First Actuarial can help.
Read moreThis bulletin tells you how TPT will help (including the provision of an online modeller that is expected to be launched on 13 May 2019) and what you can do yourself to take control of your SHPS accounting.
Read moreThis month our focus is on the Local Government Pension Scheme (the “LGPS”). We take you through seven hot topics that are currently impacting the LGBS – from the reassessment of employer costs to the exit surplus.
Read moreAn at-a-glance calendar of events, milestones and alerts to help you stay ahead of pension changes. 2019 promises to be another busy year in housing pensions, with the LGPS valuation results, ongoing work to protect LGPS employers from immediate cessation debts, Growth Plan liability management and auto-enrolment changes.
Read moreSHPS have now announced details of how life cover will be paid for in future. They've also confirmed that the current 3 x multiple of salary life cover will no longer be compulsory. Employers now need to consider how they will fund life cover for their staff. This briefing goes...
Read moreHousing associations are facing punishing increases in their SHPS deficit contributions - over 500% in some cases - following the 2017 valuation. If your housing association is affected by this change and wishes to appeal, read our briefing for details of the appeal process and imminent deadlines.
Read moreSHPS results are out, and a July 2019 extension has been agreed, delaying increases to future service costs until that date.
Read moreIn this issue, we help housing association senior managers and the executive teams understand the implications of the new limits on pension tax relief for both individuals and employers.
Read moreIn advance of the results of the SHPS valuation, the August 2018 briefing outlines the actions employers will need to take in the face of anticipated deficit payment and contribution increases.
Read moreCurrent proposals may mean that employers have to make a full disclosure of their SHPS liabilities in their accounts from 31 March 2019. We discuss what this means for your balance sheet, the likely costs and timescales, and how First Actuarial can help.
Read moreDo pension schemes balance risk fairly between employers and their employers? We take a look at plans for Collective Defined Contribution (CDC) and how it could offer a viable alternative for housing associations in future.
Read moreSHPS employers received an email this week from the newly-formed Employer Committee (EC), providing its first update on the 2017 valuation. This month’s briefing provides some further background on the 2017 valuation, and explains the role of the EC.
Read moreOur mental, physical, social and financial wellbeing make up our overall wellbeing. This briefing focuses on financial wellbeing, and specifically, how financial education can form part of pension consultation and improve the financial wellbeing of your employees.
Read moreHot off the press from the SHPS employer forums taking place this month, this bulletin alerts housing associations to the alarming message that future service rates could increase by as much as 30% to 50% after the 2017 valuation.
Read moreWhy are some housing associations leaving SHPS? In the wake of several high-profile departures, Sam Mullock, actuary, offers guidance for housing associations reviewing their pension strategy.
Read moreMake sure you're fully compliant with the next stages of auto-enrolment. Our January issue gives you a detailed summary of actions employers need to take.
Read moreThe RSPB was determined to minimise the impact of its new defined contribution scheme on employees, and appointed First Actuarial to support the transition and select a provider with strong ethical values.
“I would definitely recommend working with First Actuarial. Their consultants went over and above the call of duty to make sure the project progressed smoothly.”
Concerned about the risk of an Employer contribution increase as a result of high liabilities, Trustees of the Kennel Club Pension Fund turned to First Actuarial.
“They’re extremely professional and helpful. Their input always seems sound, logical and well presented. First Actuarial handled the transition well, they provide us with helpful guidance, and have delivered what they promised when they pitched for the work.”
Taking responsibility for care services previously provided by a local authority, Bolton Cares turned to First Actuarial for help in setting up a competitive and affordable DC pension scheme for its staff.
“They’ve been really helpful and professional throughout the project, and we’ll use them again if we need specialist advice.”