Fixed-term annuities have faced some criticism recently, Helen Morrissey asks whether it is justified

The industry must automate the decumulation phase of defined contribution schemes, National Association of Pension Funds chief executive Joanne Segars says.

Enhancements to women's pension provision will decrease the importance of joint life annuities according to pensions minister Steve Webb.

Focusing on simple messages will be a key part of ensuring the success of auto-enrolment, pension minister Steve Webb says.

Retirement Planner's round-up of the week's top pension stories.

In this week's Retirement Planner quick fire poll we ask: Could disability linked annuities provide a solution to the long term care crisis?

Martin Tilley urges advisers to look beyond headline fees when assessing SIPP providers.

Richard Leeson goes through reasons to look at offshore options.

Extending working lives and promoting private pensions are essential in making pension systems sustainable and adequate according to the OECD.

Extending working lives and promoting private pensions are essential in making pension systems sustainable and adequate according to the OECD.