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Universities Superannuation Scheme (EDM 619)

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Dear Constituent,

Thank you for contacting me about the Universities Superannuation Scheme.

Universities and their staff are essential to Britain’s culture as well as playing a vital role in our economy.

Universities are subject to regular assessment of their financial sustainability, management, and governance. Government sets the legislative framework for pension schemes to operate within. However, it is for the trustee and employer to agree appropriate plans to ensure schemes are adequately funded. This is overseen by the independent Pensions Regulator. Where The Pensions Regulator believes that a scheme’s position warrants its involvement, it can intervene. Importantly, it has powers to protect member benefits under circumstances set out in legislation, and that remains the case.

I am reassured that there is a review of the scheme every three years, and that a recent study found the ability of employers to financially support the scheme is strong and can be expected to remain so for at least 30 years. A lot is being done to monitor the scheme’s progress so I will not be signing EDM 619.

Thank you again for taking the time to contact me.

EDWARD LEIGH MP

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