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Pensions Law
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Pensions Act 2004

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Summary

Established The Pensions Regulator (TPR) and the Pension Protection Fund (PPF). Created a new regulatory framework for occupational and personal pension schemes with powers to protect members' benefits.

Key Points

  • Establishes The Pensions Regulator
  • Creates the Pension Protection Fund
  • Contribution notices and financial support directions
  • Moral hazard powers to protect DB schemes

Parts & Sections

Amendments History

2021Pension Schemes Act 2021

Enhanced TPR powers including criminal sanctions for conduct risking accrued scheme benefits.