Aberdeen have decided to close their underlying fund, the SL abrdn AAA Bond Pension Fund (fund code – 2F).

As a result, we’ll be placing a suspension on our fund, and closing it from 18 September 2026.

We’ve chosen to replace this fund with the closest suitable alternative available. You can see current and replacement fund details in the table below.

You’ll find more information on the replacement fund at standardlife.co.uk/BFAE

Current fund name Replacement fund name
SL abrdn AAA Bond Pension Fund (fund code – 2F) SL Vanguard UK Investment Grade Bond Index Pension Fund (fund code – BFAE)
Current fund description Replacement description

The SL abrdn AAA Bond Pension Fund invests primarily in the abrdn AAA Bond Fund. The aim of the abrdn AAA Bond Fund is summarised below.

To generate income and some growth over the long term (5 years or more) by investing in sterling denominated bonds with a high degree of credit worthiness. Performance Target: To achieve a return in excess of the Markit iBoxx Sterling Non Gilts AAA Index over rolling five year periods (after charges). There is no certainty or promise that the Performance Target will be achieved. The Markit iBoxx Sterling Non Gilts AAA Index (the "Index") is a representative index of the market for sterling denominated AAA rated bonds, excluding bonds issued by the UK Government.

The value of any investment can fall as well as rise and is not guaranteed – you may get back less than you pay in.

SL Vanguard UK Investment Grade Bond Index Pension Fund (fund code – BFAE)

The SL Vanguard UK Investment Grade Bond Index Pension Fund invests primarily in the Vanguard UK Investment Grade Bond Index Fund. The aim of the Vanguard UK Investment Grade Bond Index Fund is summarised below.

The Fund seeks to provide returns consistent with the performance of the Bloomberg GBP Non-Government Float Adjusted Bond Index.

The value of any investment can fall as well as rise and is not guaranteed - you may get back less than you pay in.