IPA benefits legislation moves on to next stage

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The Isle of Man Insurance and Pensions Authority (IPA) has succeeded in pushing its new retirement be...

The Isle of Man Insurance and Pensions Authority (IPA) has succeeded in pushing its new retirement benefits scheme legislation to the next stage. Following a lengthy consultation process, it is expected that the bill will be presented to the Isle of Man government after 25 January 2000 when the Tynwald resumes following the Christmas recess. The bill has two broad objectives - to increase protection for members of domestic retirements benefits schemes and to encourage international schemes to migrate to the island. If it is passed, schemes will have to be authorised so as to avoid harsh m...

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