TUC calls for independent pensions body

In its response to the Pensions Commission report published at the end of November, the TUC also gives its backing to the idea of a National Pensions Savings Scheme (NPSS) as proposed by Adair Turner, but expresses some concerns over the industry alternatives. It is particularly in favour of compulsory employer contributions, a restored link to earnings when increasing the state retirement pension, and a universal, rather than contributory, state pension which would provide particular help to women. But it adds any alternative model to the NPSS, including those proposed by the Associati...