divestment and exclusion policies
Tower Hamlets Pensions Committee is discussing 'Fit for the Future' reforms impacting the Local Government Pension Scheme's investment landscape.
The Tower Hamlets Pensions Committee discussed 'Fit for the Future' reforms, which are set to reshape the governance and investment landscape of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS), in October 2026. These reforms, impacting policies for withdrawing or excluding investments, were reviewed alongside the fund's risk register, as reported by the committee.
The reforms are expected to influence how the LGPS manages its investments, including decisions on divesting from or excluding certain companies or sectors. Councillor Suluk Ahmed chaired the meeting, which also involved Paul Audu, Interim Head of Pensions and Treasury for Tower Hamlets Council.
Key facts
- Tower Hamlets Pensions Committee discussed 'Fit for the Future' reforms on 1 October 2026. Source
- The reforms are set to reshape the governance and investment landscape of the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). Source
- Councillor Suluk Ahmed chaired the Tower Hamlets Pensions Committee meeting. Source
- Paul Audu is the Interim Head of Pensions and Treasury for Tower Hamlets Council. Source
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