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Research begins on economic modelling
20 July 2017
The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) has appointed Dr Iain Clacher (Leeds University Business School) to carry out a survey of current practice in the use of economic theory, both explicitly and implicitly, by firms which employ actuaries in the UK. A report summarising the findings will be published by the IFoA, under the sponsorship of the Research and Thought Leadership Committee, and disseminated online and at relevant events.Exam centre capacities
19 July 2017
Over the past few years, as the demand for actuarial exams has increased, we have worked hard to improve the choice and capacity of our exam centres
When booking exam centres we take into account the demand for exam places, together with the resources available, with the aim of offering as many places as possible to meet that demand. We also set up new exam centres in locations where they were previously not available.
Results of the 2017 Council Elections
28 June 2017
The results of the 2017 Council Elections were announced at the Annual General Meeting at Staple Inn Hall this evening, Wednesday 28 June 2017, and can be found on the Council Elections 2017 page.
A full list of Council members for the 2017/2018 session can be found on the Council members page.
Marjorie Ngwenya becomes first IFoA President based outside the UK
28 June 2017
The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) experienced the annual changing of the guard as Marjorie Ngwenya took over the role of President from Colin Wilson at the AGM on 28 June.Marjorie is based in South Africa and becomes the first President to live and work outside the UK.
Newly elected Honorary Fellows of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries
8 June 2017
Fellows and Associates were recently asked by Council to vote on the election of new Honorary Fellows of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA).
Are you nearly ready to qualify? Have you completed your work-based skills?
7 June 2017
If you are waiting for your final exam results you need to start preparing your work-based skills documents for their final sign-off
To help prevent any delays in qualifying you need to make sure that the documents you submit to us have been completed correctly.
We find some regular issues with students’ learning logs, so please take a moment to ensure that you avoid these. We can then finalise your qualification as quickly as possible for you.
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Ramp up your CPD with IFoA research resources
2 June 2017
Looking for some high quality learning opportunities as the CPD year-end approaches?Page - ARC Webinar Series 2017
Students: do you need to record any Continuing Professional Development (CPD)
1 June 2017
As a student member you may need to record your Professional Skills Training (PST) in your online CPD record
QAS accreditation awarded to Cartwright Group Limited (actuarial services)
24 May 2017
The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA) has awarded the Quality Assurance Scheme (QAS) accreditation to Cartwright Group Limited (actuarial services) after its successful application for inclusion in the flagship scheme.
Reminder to vote: Proposal to elect five new Honorary Fellows to the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries
19 May 2017
Five eminent individuals are being put forward for election as Honorary Fellows of the Institute and Faculty of Actuaries (IFoA).
If you have not already done so, please remember to cast your vote.
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State pension age rise brought forward seven years
Added: Wed, 19/07/2017 - 17:48The UK state pension age is set to rise to 68 between 2037 and 2039 seven years earlier than originally proposed, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) announced today. -
UK slips down retirement security rankings
Added: Wed, 19/07/2017 - 17:36The UK has dropped from 17th to 18th place in an annual list of the best countries to retire in, with Norway claiming the top position for a second year in a row. -
Younger generation saving more than any other
Added: Tue, 18/07/2017 - 17:26UK adults aged 18-24 save 10% of their annual pre-tax income on average more than any other generation, according to new research by Aldermore Bank. -
Surprise fall in UK inflation
Added: Tue, 18/07/2017 - 12:30Consumer price inflation in the UK fell unexpectedly from 2.9% in May to 2.6% in June, according to figures released today by the Office for National Statistics (ONS). -
'Inevitable' cyber security breach to cost UK businesses more than £1m
Added: Mon, 17/07/2017 - 16:26UK firms will have to spend an average of £1.1m to recover from a data security breach this year, according to a new report by NTT Security. -
Financial advice leaves savers £40,000 better off on average
Added: Fri, 14/07/2017 - 16:00Savers that received financial advice in the 2001- 2007 period were on average £40,000 better off than their unadvised equivalent peers by 2012-14. -
100 firms responsible for majority of CO2 emissions
Added: Fri, 14/07/2017 - 11:01Approximately 70% of global greenhouse gas emissions since 1988 can be traced to just 100 fossil fuel providers, according to new research by climate change research provider CDP. -
52% of financial services leaders implementing blockchain
Added: Thu, 13/07/2017 - 14:04More than half of financial services directors in the UK have implemented blockchain, experiencing faster transactions and increased transparency. -
Landmark UK ruling gives equal pension rights to gay couples
Added: Thu, 13/07/2017 - 13:40The Supreme Court yesterday ruled in favour of a gay man's case to secure his husband the same pension benefits a wife would receive. -
Businesses ignoring incoming data protection regulation worldwide
Added: Wed, 12/07/2017 - 16:53Just 40% of global executives believe their organisation will be subject to imminent General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).