The Actuary July 2015

Issue date: July 2015

Articles in this issue

Around 8,000 small and micro employers have no plans for auto-enrolment

There are around 8,000 small and micro employers due to stage between June and November who have not drawn up plans to meet their auto-enrolment duties.
31st July 2015
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Multinationals face extra hurdles under Solvency II

Multinational insurers with offices outside the EU will need to define how they are supervised as a group under the Solvency II directive.
31st July 2015

Pension industry 'must sort out' exit fees, says Downing Street

The UK government is looking at ways to address exit fees for those looking to access their pensions.
30th July 2015
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Devon takes number one spot for retirement

Devon has been ranked the best place in the UK for the wellbeing of pensioners.
30th July 2015
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More than 10 million pension pots unchecked by savers

More than 10 million pension pots are being left unmonitored as savers pay little or no attention to their savings.
29th July 2015
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Actuary outlines three-point strategy to tackle carbon risk

Actuaries should take action on carbon risk by measuring and monitoring it and forming scenarios, according to an actuary.
29th July 2015

Axa to acquire Genworth lifestyle protection business

French insurer Axa has entered into exclusive talks to acquire Genworth lifestyle protection insurance (Genworth LPI) in a €475m (£336m) cash deal.
28th July 2015
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Insurance premium tax rise could see half of policyholders switch providers

Up to 56% of insurance customers will consider switching providers as a result of the increase in insurance premium tax (IPT), according to research.
28th July 2015
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Taskforce urges public to be vigilant over pension scams 

A cross-government taskforce has warned savers to be vigilant about the threat scammers pose to their pensions.
27th July 2015
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Actuary is 'second safest job' in the US

The actuarial profession has been ranked the second safest job in the US based on factors such as employment outlook and stress.
27th July 2015