LCIV
Councils are reviewing pension fund investment performance and strategy, with LCIV preparing reports for Merton Council's fund.
Bexley Council's Pensions Committee discussed investment strategy and financial performance in September 2026. Merton Council's Pensions Committee also reviewed investment performance in September 2026, a function for which LCIV, an investment management company, prepares reports. Islington Council's Pensions Board reviewed pension fund performance in July 2026. These discussions focus on the management and performance of council pension funds.
Earlier, in November 2025, Southwark Council discussed divesting its pension fund from conflict-linked investments. Bromley Council's Pension Fund explored local investment opportunities in November 2025, aiming to invest approximately £72 million locally. Newham Council's Pension Fund faced an estimated £9 million deficit in July 2025, with its asset valuation decreasing due to market volatility.
Key facts
- Southwark Council discussed divesting its pension fund from conflict-linked investments in November 2025. Source
- Bromley Pension Fund explored local investment opportunities in November 2025. Source
- Newham Pension Fund faced an estimated £9 million deficit in July 2025. Source
- Bromley's potential local investment was £72 million, representing 5% of its fund value. Source
- Newham Pension Fund's asset valuation stood at £1.896 billion in March 2025. Source
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This summary was written automatically from our published stories and the council meeting records they draw on. It describes what councils have discussed and decided; it does not take a view on any decision. Each key fact links to the story it comes from. Updated 1 October 2026. Spotted a mistake? Email community@opencouncil.network.