At BWCI we are committed to lowering our carbon footprint. We understand how important environmental sustainability is and have put in place several initiatives to help foster a sustainable workplace. Here are some of the changes we are making. Heating and energy systems Upgrading our heating and air conditioning systems has been one of… Read More »
Many of BWCI’s flagship Blue Riband pensions products¹ have signed up to a local initiative which was launched last year by the Guernsey Association of Pension Providers (“GAPP”). The Environmental, Social and Governance (“ESG”) Framework for Pensions (the “Framework”) recognises Guernsey pension providers which have embedded ESG into their processes and decision-making. What’s involved? The… Read More »
By Stephen Ainsworth at BWCI stephen.ainsworth@bwcigroup.com “maintain Guernsey at the forefront of international pension provision” This cryptic title is the subject of a recent consultation by the Guernsey Financial Services Commission (GFSC). It responds to requests from Pension Service Providers (PSPs) in Guernsey to enable them to provide services through a Protected Cell Company (PCC).… Read More »
By Michelle Galpin at BWCI michelle.galpin@bwcigroup.com “the above average death rates are of some concern” The Continuous Mortality Investigation (“CMI”) has recently published its report on the mortality rates observed in England & Wales for the first nine months of 2024. The CMI’s analysis compares the mortality rates observed so far during 2024 with the… Read More »
By Michelle Galpin at BWCI michelle.galpin@bwcigroup.com “offsetting” remains the most commonly adopted remedy” The value of pension benefits may be substantial, which is why they are taken into account when determining how the marital assets are to be carved up on divorce. The second edition of “A Guide to the Treatment of Pensions on Divorce” has… Read More »