LGPS fund governance and asset pooling guidance
Lewisham Council has appointed a new LGPS Senior Officer to oversee its pension fund, following new statutory guidance issued in June 2026.
Lewisham Council appointed a new LGPS Senior Officer in October 2026 to manage its pension fund, a role mandated by new statutory guidance. This guidance, issued in June 2026, aims to enhance governance and accountability within the Local Government Pension Scheme (LGPS). The new officer will oversee administration, investments, funding, governance, and communications.
The new statutory guidance on LGPS fund governance and asset pooling requires councils to ensure their pension funds are appropriately resourced and have robust strategies and policies in place. This includes maintaining effective implementation and strong internal controls for the pension fund.
Key facts
- Lewisham Council appointed a new LGPS Senior Officer in October 2026. Source
- New statutory guidance on LGPS fund governance and asset pooling was issued in June 2026. Source
- The new LGPS Senior Officer role is responsible for overall management of the pension fund's administration, investments, funding, governance, and communications. Source
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