Press releases

PDP reaches important milestone as it issues ITT for digital architecture Requirements have been developed based on market insight from potential suppliers Suppliers on the TS2 framework will have the opportunity to bid for the procurement by 5pm on the 28 May 2021 Read the full press release on the Pensions Dashboards Programme website For media enquiries contact:MaPS Press...

Money and Pensions Service Chief Executive Caroline Siarkiewicz: “On behalf of my colleagues at MaPS, I extend my thoughts and sympathies to Her Majesty the Queen, the Royal Family, and everyone who knew and worked with His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh throughout his many years of service on behalf of the British people.” -ENDS- For media enquiries...

Money and Pensions Service reveals plans to launch a single offering for consumersMoneyHelper will replace legacy brands; Money Advice Service, The Pensions Advisory Service and Pension Wise People across the UK will be empowered to manage their financial wellbeing with greater confidence and clarity throughout their lifetimes, when a holistic new consumer brand is launched by...

Nick Hill, money expert at the Money and Pensions Service commented: “The measures announced in today’s Budget will continue to provide support for people impacted by the Covid-19 pandemic. However, we know how worried many people are about money right now and dealing with complex financial situations. It can be hard for many people to know where to start in terms of getting help, but it’s...

The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) has announced the appointment to its Board of a new non-executive director, Alex Heath. Joining the MaPS Board from 1 March 2021, Alex brings with him a wealth of experience from the digital sector, including most recently as founder of CrowdRating, a screening service for equity crowdfunding investors. Alex is also Chairman of Artfinder, and Chairman...

The Money and Pensions Service welcomes the Financial Conduct Authority’s publication of guidance for firms on the fair treatment of vulnerable customers today. James Fearnley, Policy and Propositions Manager at the Money and Pensions Service commented: “We know that Covid-19 has deepened existing vulnerabilities for some and exposed others to financial difficulty for the first...

The Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) has announced three senior appointments including a new Chief Finance Officer and new Pensions Dashboards Programme Director. Joining the MaPS Board and Executive Leadership Team from 1 April 2021 is the new Chief Finance Officer Mal Singh. Mal brings with him extensive experience of senior finance roles within digital, welfare reform, operations and...

New research shows saving through a workplace payroll scheme can turn employees into regular savers1.Payroll savers are more likely to save frequently than non-members, with results suggesting that more employers should consider offering payroll saving across the UK New research funded by the Money and Pensions Service (MaPS) shows that 7 in 10 employees enrolled in a workplace payroll...

Following the publication of the Woolard Review: A review of change and innovation in the unsecured credit market, MaPS Chief Executive Caroline Siarkiewicz commented: “The proposals to bring Buy Now Pay Later under regulatory scrutiny would provide further protection for people to avoid the potentially harmful consequences of this form of borrowing which can result in people spiralling...

Caroline Siarkiewicz, Chief Executive of the Money and Pensions Service said: “The Advertising Standards Authority’s (ASA) rulings on the practices of some commercial firms are a positive and welcome development for people struggling with debt, as well as the free debt advice sector which supports these customers. “Some of the practices deployed by...

Pensions Dashboards Programme issues Invitation to Tender for digital architecture

Money and Pensions Service statement on the passing of His Royal Highness the Duke of Edinburgh

Money and Pensions Service reveals plans for a single consumer destination driving financial wellbeing

Media comment: Budget 2021

The Money and Pensions Service announces appointment of new non-executive director

Media comment: FCA’s guidance on fair treatment of vulnerable customers

The Money and Pensions Service announces three senior appointments

Rebuilding financial wellbeing: New research shows workplace saving schemes could help low income earners grow their rainy-day savings

Media comment: Buy Now Pay Later/Woolard Review

Media comment: ASA ruling

Managing money in uncertain times