‘think’ thought leadership series

This series takes a fresh, sometimes challenging, look at some of the issues facing the actuarial profession and society

The ‘think’ series aims to promote debate on topics across the spectrum of actuarial work and beyond. It looks to provide a platform for members and stakeholders to share views that may differ from the IFoA’s ‘house’ view.

Through this, we hope to challenge the status quo within the profession, question orthodoxy, and shine a light on complex or under-examined issues. At its heart, the series is about stimulating discussion and dialogue to help tackle issues from a different perspective.

 

Edition 6: Public private partnerships – why the time is ripe for a new generation of smarter PPPs to flourish

Our sixth publication in the ‘think’ series has been authored by Chris Lewin, Chair of the IFoA Infrastructure Working Party.

This piece highlights that there is currently no standard mechanism in the UK for investing in infrastructure through public-private partnerships (PPPs). As a result, Chris argues that a new system of PPPs should be created. These would be simpler than previous versions and would enable strong collaborations that harness the different strengths of the public and private sector partners.

Read the compete publication to find out more about how this proposal can help boost investment in infrastructure projects by pension funds and insurers to unlock economic growth and meet the needs of communities across the UK.

Public private partnerships – why the time is ripe for a new generation of smarter PPPs to flourish

Public private partnerships – why the time is ripe for a new generation of smarter PPPs to flourish

Author: Chris Lewin. PDF, 1.13 MB
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Previous editions
‘think’ edition 5: Clearing the air: the UK’s plan for a smoke free generation

‘think’ edition 5: Clearing the air: the UK’s plan for a smoke free generation

Our fifth publication in the ‘think’ series has been authored by IFoA Honorary Fellow Nicola Draper.
Read issue 5
‘think’ edition 4: The Brain Game: How can actuaries leverage behavioural economics?

‘think’ edition 4: The Brain Game: How can actuaries leverage behavioural economics?

Our fourth publication in the ‘think’ series is by IFoA Fellow Rajeshwarie VS.
Read issue 4
‘think’ edition 3: Tackling the gender pensions gap – the road to financial equality in retirement

‘think’ edition 3: Tackling the gender pensions gap – the road to financial equality in retirement

Our third publication in the ‘think’ series has been authored by Now:Pensions.
Read issue 3
‘think’ edition 2: Much to GAIN – valuing neurodiversity in the workplace

‘think’ edition 2: Much to GAIN – valuing neurodiversity in the workplace

Our second publication in the ‘think’ series is by Dr Vina Theodorakopoulou, a behavioural economist.
Read issue 2
‘think’ edition 1: Revolutionising fairness to enable digital insurance

‘think’ edition 1: Revolutionising fairness to enable digital insurance

Our first publication in the ‘think’ series is by Duncan Minty, a chartered insurance practitioner and independent ethics adviser.
Read issue 1
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