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LGPS pools onboard new partner funds as ‘Fit for the Future’ rules come into effect

By Jack Gray

2/4/26

Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS) pools have onboarded new partner funds following the 1 April implementation date for the government’s ‘Fit for the Future’ reforms.

Under the Fit for the Future reforms, the number of LGPS pools will be reduced from eight to six after Brunel Pension Partnership and Access Pool were told their plans did not meet the government’s vision for the future of the LGPS

Pension Schemes Bill could expose ‘significant data gap’ across UK pensions industry

The Pension Schemes Bill could expose a significant data gap across the UK pensions industry, as schemes struggle to meet the operational and technological demands of a more consolidated and sophisticated system, Finbourne chair, Toby Glaysher, has warned

Financial services sector pension scheme secures £40m buy-in with Canada Life

An unnamed financial services sector pension scheme has completed a full-scheme buy-in deal with Canada Life

Advisers urged to reassess communications with retirement clients to build trust

Financial advisers often use language that triggers distrust, anxiety, and disengagement among retirement clients, and should reassess their communications to prioritise personal situations rather than products, according to Oxford Risk and NextWealth

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News in brief - 2 April 2026

The latest news in brief and mandates from the past seven days

Industry supports UK investment push but warns government not to ‘meddle’

Around two-thirds of pensions and investment professionals support the government’s ambition to boost UK investment through pension funds, but only where it aligns with strong outcomes for members, research from LCP and Frontier Economics has revealed.

The findings came alongside the publication of LCP and Frontier Economics’ report, which set out a framework for assessing when and how policy intervention in pension fund investment is justified

Brookfield Wealth Solutions completes acquisition of Just Group

Brookfield Wealth Solutions (BWS) has completed the acquisition of Just Group, effective 1 April 2026

Standard Life launches private markets pension default solution

Standard Life has launched an alternative pension default solution focused on private markets

PAG expresses frustration at FAS compensation amendment dismissal

The Pensions Action Group (PAG) has expressed its frustration at the dismissal of an amendment to the Pension Schemes Bill (PSB) that would have compensated older members of the Financial Assistance Scheme (FAS)

People’s Pension revises climate strategy to prioritise ‘real-world’ investment risks

People’s Pension has enacted an updated climate approach, aiming to align its investment strategy more closely with real-world developments and long-term member outcomes

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Highlighted Content

A year of innovation

Before looking ahead to the forthcoming year, People’s Pension proposition director, Kirsty Ross, looks back at some of their biggest and brightest achievements in 2025

The power of private markets in DC

BlackRock’s report shows how integrating private markets into UK DC default portfolios could enhance long term value and resilience, supported by new modelling and practical implementation via LTAF structures today.

Endgame insights: Putting theory into practice

L&G showcases the latest combined thinking from its Asset Management and Pension Risk Transfer (PRT) businesses.

The role of ILS in pensions today

Francesca Fabrizi sits down with Leadenhall Capital Partners Senior Managing Director, Alistair Jones, to talk about the role of Insurance Linked Securities (ILS) in pension fund investing today

A shifting risk landscape

Aon’s 2025/26 Global Pension Risk Survey showed that operational, governance and cyber risks have become key considerations for schemes, regardless of size or structure.

Incorporating private markets into DC funds

Laura Blows discusses the role of private market investment within pension funds with Scottish Widows’ head of investment solutions, Mithesh Varsani

Latest Podcasts

Podcast: From pension pot to flexible income for life

Podcast: Who matters most in pensions?

In the latest Pensions Age podcast, Francesca Fabrizi speaks to Capita Pension Solutions global practice leader & chief revenue officer, Stuart Heatley, about who matters most in pensions and how to best meet their needs

Podcast: A look at asset-backed securities

Royal London Asset Management head of ABS, Jeremy Deacon, chats about asset-backed securities (ABS) in our latest Pensions Age podcast

The role of CDC

In the latest Pensions Age podcast, Laura Blows speaks to TPT Retirement Solutions Chief Client Strategy Officer, Andy O’Regan, about the role of collective DC (CDC) within the UK pensions space

Keeping on track

In the latest Pensions Age podcast, Sophie Smith talks to Pensions Dashboards Programme (PDP) principal, Chris Curry, about the latest pensions dashboards developments, and the work still needed to stay on track

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Check out our latest appointments

Appointments update – 2 April

Aptia has appointed Jaysukh Shah as bulk annuity proposition lead

Appointments update – 1 April 2026

Just Group has confirmed its new board of directors following the acquisition of Just Group by Brookfield Wealth Solutions

Appointments update – 31 March

Independent Governance Group (IGG) has announced 22 promotions, including three trustee directors

Appointments update – 20 March 2026

The London Pensions Fund Authority (LPFA) has appointed Carol Campbell as its director of governance, risk and legal

Appointments update – 18 March 2026

Law Debenture has made several senior pension appointments

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Swipe right for retirement: Can pension apps match modern expectations?

As consumer technology races ahead, pensions are still struggling to deliver digital experiences that feel intuitive, responsive and engaging. Callum Conway explores whether pension apps are finally closing the gap

Sizing up the social mobility challenge

Paige Perrin investigates why social mobility in the UK pensions industry remains limited, and how apprenticeships, DEI initiatives, and smarter recruitment could finally open the doors to a more diverse workforce, in the latest for Pensions Age’s special focus on DEI

Disclosures without the drama

As policymakers grapple with the future of pension sustainability reporting, UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF) chief executive, James Alexander, sits down with Sophie Smith to call for smarter, more coherent disclosure rules that drive real-world outcomes, rather than red tape barriers

Going private: The asset class gathering pace

As the Mansion House Compact and Accord take hold, UK pension schemes are stepping up allocations to private markets. Sandra Haurant reports

Is this the real life? Is this just fantasy?

The challenge for the pensions industry to spot AI-generated ‘deepfakes’, and the role they may play in identity fraud

The sum of many small parts

As the number of self-employed continues to rise, what changes are required to better assist them in their retirement saving?

Coming of age

With the professional trustee market reportedly entering a new stage of maturity, Laura Blows

explores whether the sector is experiencing any growing pains

The future of covenant assessment

Employer Covenant Practitioners Association chair, Luke Hartley, explores the continued importance of the employer covenant throughout this period of great change

Putting the ‘me’ in member

Universities Superannuation Scheme (USS) pensions operations and services executive,

Stephen Worthington, explains how the UK’s largest private pension scheme has made member experience central to its operations

Cheap and cheerful?

The debate between cost and value has continued to persist, as whilst increased scale has allowed providers to negotiate better fees, not all are convinced that this is delivering the best value for savers

Closing the disability pensions gap

Many people with disabilities are unable to accumulate significant occupational or private pension savings, in part because of the difficulties to find work and the struggles they may face within the workplace. David Adams looks at what the pensions industry, employers and policymakers might do to help ensure more disabled people can enjoy a better income in retirement

Multi-employer CDC in practice – from drawing board to delivery

After years of planning, the first multi-employer CDC pension schemes could be launched as early as 2027, with regulators set to publish rules this autumn

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• Strong understanding of governance frameworks, risk management and internal control systems
• It is the expectation that the successful candidate will sit as a full member of the Audit and Risk Committee (ARC)
• Previous non-executive, trustee, board or committee experience is highly desirable
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In-House Pensions Manager, Governance

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To discuss this role in confidence please call Sarah Bergin-McCarthy on 020 7293 7022 or email sbm@sammons.co.uk. please quote reference 119233.

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This ambitious and expanding business is strengthening its already well-established development function and is seeking a talented SQL Developer with pensions experience to join its growing team. With recent new business wins driving expansion, this is an exciting opportunity to step into a key role offering real influence, autonomy and the chance to shape systems that directly support pensions operations and client delivery.

For a confidential discussion please telephone Tasha Davidson on 0208 274 2842 / 07958 958626 or email tasha@abenefit2u.com

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Pensions Operations Manager

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Fantastic career move with this hugely successful derisking specialist for a skilled senior Pensions Operations specialist.

To discuss this role in confidence please call Sarah Bergin-McCarthy on 020 7293 7022 or email sbm@sammons.co.uk. please quote reference 67970.

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Pension Analyst

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Up to c£45,000pa plus excellent benefits including generous pension

London at least twice per week

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Are you an experienced Pensions Analyst looking for a new challenge? Our client is seeking a new Pensions Business Analyst for their London office. You will be working with pension specialists and system development specialists to identify and specify the most appropriate solutions to requirements for changes and improvements.

For a confidential discussion please telephone Tasha Davidson on 0208 274 2842 / 07958 958626 or email tasha@abenefit2u.com

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