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Pension Schemes Climate Reporting and Governance

DWP is implementing climate reporting and governance requirements for pension schemes under the Pension Schemes Act 2021, requiring trustees to disclose climate-related risks and align investments with net zero. The policy addresses member expectations and historic communications regarding climate considerations in pension fund management. Implementation is ongoing with guidance and regulatory clarification in development.

8 Jun 2021 | Announcement Department for Work and Pensions linked

Taking Action on Climate Change

UIN: HCWS74 The UK was the first G7 country to legislate for net-zero and it will be the first to legislate for the Task Force on Climate-related Financial Disclosures – ensuring we tackle climate change and deliver safer, better and …

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8 Jun 2021 | Announcement Department for Work and Pensions linked

Taking Action on Climate Change

UIN: HLWS68 My honourable Friend, the Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for Pensions & Financial Inclusion (Guy Opperman MP) has made the following Written Statement.The UK was the first G7 country to legislate for net-zero and it will be the …

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2 Mar 2021 | Announcement Department for Work and Pensions linked

Written Ministerial Statement: Pension Schemes Act 2021 – Implementation (2 March 2021)

On the Pensions Regulator's Powers, we will consult on the majority of draft regulations this Spring, and will commence these powers and the criminal offences measures in the Autumn.

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