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Pensions weekly highlights—5 July 2018

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Published on: 05 July 2018

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Disputes and litigation
Exercise of amendment power to allow trustees to grant discretionary pension increases went beyond purpose of that power, rules Court of Appeal
Master trusts
TPR responds to consultation on Master Trust Code of Practice
The Pension Protection Fund
‘Beaton’ to it—DWP consults on PPF cap treatment of transferred-in fixed pension
The Pensions Regulator
TPR publishes updated guidance on chair’s statements
Members and benefits
Treasury to delay ban on pensions cold-calling until Autumn

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Welcome to the Pensions weekly highlights from the Pensions team. This week’s edition of Pensions highlights includes a review of key news stories, as well as dates for your diary, trackers and other useful information.

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