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Workplace Pensions

Question for Department for Work and Pensions

UIN HL1633, tabled on 6 September 2016

To ask Her Majesty’s Government what assessment they have made of the possible impact of Brexit on workers' pensions.

Answered on

12 September 2016

The period since the referendum has seen movements in market conditions that could have a material impact on pension schemes funding positions. However, the precise effect will depend on a number of factors including how assets are allocated and the approach to hedging. It is important to remember that pensions are invested in the long-term. We continue to monitor the impact.