DC pension schemes – DWP consultation on broadening investment opportunities in illiquid assets

Pensions analysis: The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is consulting on draft regulations implementing a range of measures designed to encourage defined contribution (DC) pension schemes to invest in illiquid assets. Duncan Watson, counsel (Scottish qualified), and Katherine Carter, professional support lawyer, at Mayer Brown International LLP consider the consultation on broadening investment opportunities, the government’s response to its consultation on facilitating investment in illiquid assets, and the implications on occupational pension schemes.

This article was first published on 2 November 2022.