Melanie Durrant, a partner in the public services consulting team and actuary to LGPS funds at Barnett Waddingham argues that funds should approach decisions on cuts to employer contributions with caution
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A tale of two actuaries: how discount rates shape the future of public pensions
Paul Guilliotti, director of Financial Services, Richmond and Wandsworth Councils argues that current high funding levels should be approached with caution as marginal changes to discount rates can potentially have a significant impact.









