Actuary

Shaping the future under uncertainty: the challenge of transformation

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Deep uncertainty is a defining feature of transformational policy challenges. This blog explores how actuarial thinking can support appraisal and decision-making where future outcomes are difficult to predict.

Leading pensions work that matters: reflections from the Head of Public Service Pensions

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GAD’s Head of Public Service Pensions reflects on a unique and impactful role that involves shaping decisions affecting millions in the UK. The role combines technical expertise with strategic leadership to support government on pension challenges.

GAD's workforce projection tool - helping turn workforce data into decisions

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GAD's workforce projection tool turns HR data into clear, auditable projections, helping public sector organisations identify key skill gaps, model scenarios, and giving senior leaders confidence to answer workforce questions and support business planning.

Why are women living over a quarter of their lives in poor health?

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Not only has healthy life expectancy in the UK continued to decrease, the gap between HLE and life expectancy has widened, especially for women. This blog explores reasons why women may be living such a large proportion of their lives in poor health.