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Hosted by CMS Pensions experts, this series looks ahead to the key issues developing in the pensions sector, with a specific focus on what you need to know, and practically, what you need to do.
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In this episode, Mark Atkinson and Simon Evans look at the Pensions Regulator’s draft Funding Code
In particular, Mark and Simon will look at:
Areas of the code relating to the regulations
The differences that this code envisages for covenant advisors
How some of the Regulator’s intended purposes may impact the substance of how valuations conclude
How the Regulator may act in the future
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
Hosted by CMS Pensions experts, this episode looks at what is meant by a residual risk and what options are available to trustees when considering a residual risk transaction In particular, Maria and Amanda take a look at:
What is a residual risk
The traditional due diligence approach
Vendor due diligence report
Insurer collective report
Other key aspects to consider in a residual risk transaction
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode, Kate Richards, Gerard Cole and Megan Murphy, provide an update on the year ahead across the pensions industry that will define 2023.
In particular, the group looks at:
DB Funding Code
High Inflation
Notifiable events and blogs
Illiquid assets
Exit agreements
ICO and international transfers
Single Code of Practice, and
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
CMS has published more information on Pensions Investment and Risk in their latest briefing available here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Jennifer Bell, Chris Ransom and Katie Becher, provide an update on the Pensions Dashboards and what's coming up in this area, followed by a brief Q&A.
In particular, they look at:
What are Pensions Dashboards?
Connecting to Pensions Dashboards
Matching the right person with the correct pension, and
Information to provide to members
Get ready for Pensions Dashboards and download our handy 'top tips' guide.
CMS have published more information on Pensions Investment and Risk in their latest briefing.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode, Laura Clarke, Kirsten Thompson and Wills Crump provide an update on three recent cases and their practical implications.
In particular, they look at:
CMG Pension Trustees v CGI IT UK
Folarin v Transport for London, and
Beattie v 20/20 Trustee Services
CMS have published more information on pensions investment and risk in their latest briefing available here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Jae Fassam, Thibault Jeakings and Chris Ransom discuss ESG and investing.
In particular, they look at:
A recap on the law as it stands
An update from two recent cases, and
A look across to some other jurisdictions to anticipate challenges to come
CMS have published more information on Pensions Investment and Risk in their latest briefing available here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Pete Coyne and Kirsty Macdonald discuss GMP equalisation and where we are now.
In particular, they look at:
Brief recap on GMP equality
What do schemes have to work with?
How are schemes responding – any clear trends?
Dual records – common issues
Conversion
Transfers out
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
Episode #40 – Pension sharing on divorce
In this episode Jennifer Bell and Simon Evans are joined by Emma Nash, a family law Partner from Fletcher Day, to discuss issues that arise in connection with pension sharing on divorce.
In particular, they look at:
Information that trustees can or should provide
How to deal with a change in the underlying scheme benefits
Communications and language
Q&A with a family lawyer
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Johanna Clarke and Mukudi Nkanza are joined by Shabna Islam from Hymans Robertson to provide an update on DC Schemes and Master Trusts and themes arising from recent consultations.
In particular, they look at:
• Delivering the Stronger Nudge to Pensions Guidance
• Open Consultations: Facilitating investment in illiquid assets
• Master Trusts and illiquid assets
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law. To sign up for our Pensions Ombudsman and Law-Now updates you can register here.
In this episode Emma Frost, Victoria Lee and Claire Bradwell provide an update on recent Pensions Ombudsman cases.
In particular, they look at:
• Overpayments
• Awards for Distress and Inconvenience
• Transfers and Scams
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law. To sign up for our Pensions Ombudsman and Law-Now updates you can register here.
In this episode James Parker is joined by Myles Pink from Lane Clark & Peacock to provide an update on the derisking market.
In particular, they look at:
Recap on the derisking market
Themes and what to expect in the 2022 derisking market
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Pete Coyne, Alex Tomlinson and Katherine Harnett provide an update on the year ahead.
In particular, they look at:
Scheme governance
Scheme structure
Scheme funding & member benefits
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Maria Rodia, Alison Guy and Shakes Seebaluck discuss the new transfer requirements.
In particular, they look at:
New transfer requirements – an overview
Due diligence requirements for Trustees and their Administrators
Next steps for the Trustees?
CMS have published more information on the new transfer requirements in our Trustee Transfer Guide.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Jae Fassam and Katie Becher are joined by Jonathan Reynolds from Capital Cranfield to discuss the regulatory burden for small pension schemes.
In particular, they look at:
Overview of regulatory burden facing small schemes
Question and Answers with Jonathan Reynolds
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Johanna Clarke, Alexandra Tomlinson and Kirsten Thompson discuss the Pension Schemes Act 2021.
In particular, they look at:
What’s in force from 1 October 2021?
Further developments and expected timescales
Revised clearance guidance
CMS have published more information on the Pension Schemes Act 2021 here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Keith Webster and Hadassah Shulman are joined by Sarah Horan from ITS to discuss diversity and inclusion.
In particular, they look at:
Trustee selection and approach
Member communications
Advisor roles and selection
CMS have published more information on equality, diversity and inclusion here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
Episode #31 – Pension Schemes Act 2021 - Information Sharing
In this episode Mark Grant, Mark Atkinson and Natalie Mee discuss information sharing and the Pension Schemes Act 2021.
In particular, they look at:
new requirements to provide information;
what this means for trustees; and
what this means for employers.
CMS have published more information on the Pension Schemes Act 2021 here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Neil Smith and Tim Green discuss disputes resolution.
In particular, they look at:
Mediation; and
Arbitration
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Laura Clarke and Hadassah Shulman discuss Equality, Diversity and Inclusion.
In particular, they look at:
The case for E, D & I in pension schemes
What does E, D & I mean?
What should your scheme be thinking about?
Next steps
CMS have published more information on equality, diversity and inclusion here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
In this episode Jae Fassam and Hadassah Shulman are joined by Louise Webb and Simon Lewis from Punter Southall Governance Services to discuss the TPR’s Single Code.
In particular, the group looks at:
What is the Single Code?
What is new in the Single Code?
Thoughts and insight from the experts at PSGS
Punter Southall Governance Services have published more information on the single code here and information on diversity in pension communications here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.
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