The Lewis Workplace Pension Trust (TLWPT) recently published its Statement of Investment Principles, effective June 2025. This document outlines the principles governing investment decisions for the Scheme’s assets, including the default arrangement and advised options.
Illiquid Assets Remain Off-Strategy Due to Liquidity Concerns
The Investment Sub-Committee has considered the potential benefits of investing in illiquid assets but has chosen not to proceed. The primary rationale for this decision is the Scheme’s overall strategy and the potential delays members might experience in accessing their pension benefits. The Sub-Committee maintains a preference for investments that are easily accessible and readily realisable. Future reviews or investment strategy discussions may revisit this approach, with any changes documented in accordance with the Scheme’s rules and governance processes. (Statement of Investment Principles, page 15)
Derivatives Excluded from Investment Strategy
Derivatives are not utilized within the TLWPT investment strategy. The investment approach is based solely on direct investment in permitted asset classes and excludes derivative-based instruments. This exclusion is intended to maintain transparency, simplicity, and compliance with the Trust’s governing rules. (Statement of Investment Principles, page 9)
Manager Appointments and Delegation of Day-to-Day Management
For the default portfolios, the day-to-day underlying composition of investments is delegated to Legal & General, who is authorized and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA). For the non-default model portfolios, some of the day-to-day investment selection is delegated to the investment manager 7IM where these funds are used. (Statement of Investment Principles, page 13)
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