Pensions politics peddled - papers 29 September

The so-called 10-point manifesto also includes health, education, help for first-time buyers, and, for the first time, a firm commitment to the introduction of identity cards. PERHAPS SOME INDICATION of why pensions are such a drag on the PM at present can be found in the report into finance directors’ views of company pension schemes outlined in the FT. ”Many finance directors of smaller and medium-sized companies are not convinced pension schemes attract, retain and motivate staff,” the report concludes. Commenting on the findings, the National Association of Pension Funds says i...