DC briefing, April 2021 – ESG

Since October 2019, trustees of DC schemes and those with DC AVC sections have faced new regulatory ESG requirements. Larger pension providers are now putting ESG at the forefront of their investment propositions. This briefing explains why ESG will continue to have a material impact on all pension arrangements.

First Actuarial case studies

Usdaw

Trade union Usdaw selected First Actuarial to transform its scheme administration, resulting in improved quality and time-cost savings.

Southern Co-op

First Actuarial's fiduciary management consultants guided the trustees of Southern Co-op through their provider review, delivering fee savings.

Oil and Gas Industry

Oil and gas company DB scheme wind-up resulted in generous transfers for members and £3m surplus for employer, with First Actuarial’s help.