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Irish Pensions Authority issues reminder on trustees’ additional OMA obligations


By Jack Gray

The Irish Pensions Authority has issued a reminder to trustees of one-member arrangements (OMA) that the exemption from certain obligations introduced by the European Union will expire on 21 April 2026.

Trustees of OMAs need to take action to comply with their obligations under the Pensions Act from 22 April 2026


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