The Director of Pensions introduced a report which provided members with an update on pooling arrangements in respect of Merseyside Pension Fund (MPF) and the Northern LGPS Investment Pool. Minutes of the previous Northern LGPS Joint Committee meeting were appended for noting. It was noted in relation to Item 20 of the minutes, that the consultation process for Direct Infrastructure Platform (GLIL) was underway (GLIL).

The Chair highlighted the work being undertaken by the Fund’s Responsible Investment Partners PIRC in developing a new database of FTSE All Share companies covering 80+ workforce indicators.

Resolved – That the minutes of the Joint Committee meeting be noted.