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Engagement Policy

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Lewisham Pension Fund's Engagement Policy was revised in March 2026, following member feedback on ESG investment.

The Lewisham Pension Fund's Pensions Investment Committee approved revisions to its Engagement Policy on March 17, 2026, as part of an update to the fund's overall investment strategy. These changes aim to strengthen the fund's approach to interacting with companies it invests in, particularly concerning environmental, social, and governance (ESG) factors.

The revisions followed a member survey conducted between October and December 2025, which gathered 1,015 responses. The survey indicated strong member support for ESG investment principles, influencing the updated policy and aligning it with member expectations.

The Engagement Policy details how the Lewisham Pension Fund interacts with investment managers and companies on specific issues, aiming to influence their practices. No further discussions or decisions are currently scheduled regarding the policy.

Key facts

  1. The Pensions Investment Committee approved revisions to the Engagement Policy on March 17, 2026. Source
  2. A member survey was conducted between October and December 2025. Source
  3. The member survey received 1,015 responses. Source 1 Source 2
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