The Wiltshire Pension Fund Committee is scheduled to convene on Thursday 30 July 2026 to review a range of reports concerning the management and performance of the pension fund. Key discussions are expected to cover the fund's financial health, investment performance, operational efficiency, and adherence to governance and regulatory requirements.

Headlines and Monitoring (HAM) Report

A comprehensive report is scheduled for review, providing an ongoing oversight of several critical areas for the Wiltshire Pension Fund. This includes updates on the scheme, regulatory, and legal landscape, alongside a health check dashboard reflecting the fund's performance up to 30 June 2026. The report will also detail administration Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), including an update on the KPI Improvement Plan, and will present the current Risk Register. Furthermore, highlights of key financial controls, including budget monitoring, and an update on internal audits, specifically SWAP KC actions, are to be presented.

Annual Report and Accounts

The Committee is scheduled to review the draft statement of accounts and the annual report for the year ending 31 March 2026. This will include an assessment of the fund's going concern status and an update on the external audit. The report is expected to be presented by Chris Moore, the Investment and Accounting Team Lead.

Training

An update on the Committee Training Plan is scheduled, presented by Chris Moore, Investment and Accounting Team Lead. This will likely cover the latest developments and requirements for ensuring the Committee members have the necessary knowledge and understanding to fulfil their roles effectively.

The Pensions Regulator Breaches of Law Report

The Pension Administration Lead is scheduled to present a report detailing any breaches of law, as recommended by the Local Pension Board. This report will likely outline any incidents that have occurred and the Fund's response to them.

Communications Strategy

The interim Communications and Stakeholder Engagement Lead is scheduled to present an updated Communications Strategy for the Fund's approval. This strategy will likely outline how the Fund intends to communicate with its members, employers, and other stakeholders.

Discretions Policy

The Pension Administration Lead is scheduled to present a new Discretions Policy for the Fund's approval. This policy will likely outline how the Fund exercises its discretion in various areas of administration.

Cyber Policy

Katy Hutchinson is scheduled to present an updated Cyber Policy for the Fund's approval. This policy will likely detail the measures in place to protect the Fund's data and systems from cyber threats.

Governance Compliance Statement

Lucy Byrne is scheduled to present the updated Governance Compliance Statement for the Fund's approval. This statement will likely outline how the Fund complies with relevant governance regulations.

Fit for the Future Requirements - Independent Person

The Investment and Accounting Team Lead is scheduled to present a proposal for the appointment of an independent person, a requirement stemming from the Fit for the Future reforms. This role is intended to provide independent expertise and challenge to the Committee.

Fit for the Future Requirements - Senior LGPS Officer

Lucy Byrne is scheduled to provide a verbal update on the appointment of the Senior LGPS Officer, another requirement arising from the Fit for the Future reforms.

Pooling Update

A verbal update will be provided by the Investment and Accounting Team Lead concerning the transition to LGPS Central. This will likely cover the progress and implications of moving to the new asset pool.

An Update on Future Considerations

The Head of Wiltshire Pension Fund is scheduled to provide an update on potential future models for the Wiltshire Pension Fund. This discussion may explore strategic directions and long-term planning for the Fund.

Committee Forward Work Plan

The Committee will review its forward work plan, likely to discuss upcoming agenda items and priorities for future meetings.

Date of Next Meeting

The Committee will determine the dates for its next meetings, with specific dates noted for investment-focused and administration-focused meetings.

Part I Minutes of Previous Meetings

The Committee will be asked to approve and sign the Part I (public) minutes of the previous meeting held on 18 June 2026.

Review of the Minutes of the Local Pension Board

The minutes of the meeting of the Local Pension Board held on 4 June 2026 are scheduled for review, along with a summary of the recommendations made by the Board.

Training

Chris Moore, Investment and Accounting Team Lead, will provide an update on the Committee Training Plan.

Urgent Items

Any other items of business which, in the opinion of the Chairman, should be considered as a matter of urgency may be discussed.

Exclusion of the Public

Consideration will be given to excluding the public from the meeting for specific agenda items where exempt information is likely to be disclosed. This is in accordance with Section 100A(4) of the Local Government Act 1972.

Part II Minutes of Previous Meeting

The Part II (private) minutes of the Committee meeting held on 18 June 2026 are scheduled for approval.

Local Pension Board Minutes (Part II)

The Part II (private) minutes of the meeting of the Local Pension Board held on 4 June 2026 are scheduled for review, along with a summary of the recommendations made by the Board.

Pooling Update

A verbal update by the Investment and Accounting Team Lead concerning the transition to LGPS Central is scheduled.

An Update on Future Considerations

The Head of Wiltshire Pension Fund will provide an update on potential future models for the Wiltshire Pension Fund.