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Here we look at the big picture trends in the world of pensions, including important case law developments and industry initiatives.

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Private Members’ Bill introduced on WASPI Compensation issues

A Private Members’ Bill was introduced by Stephen Flynn (SNP) on March 5, 2025, requiring the Secretary of State to publish measures to address the findings of the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman in its report entitled “Women’s State Pension age: our findings on injustice and associated issues”.

United Kingdom | Publication | March 13, 2025

Pensions Regulator “key enabler of pensions data ecosystem” in newly-launched strategy

In a press release on March 3, 2025, the Regulator sets out its new strategy to benefit schemes, savers and the economy through improved data.

United Kingdom | Publication | March 13, 2025

Pensions Regulator outlines its 2025 priorities in a blog

On February 17, 2025, the Regulator outlined its approach to regulation for 2025 in a blog. This builds on the strategy set out in a November 2024 press release, which confirmed a shift to a "more prudential style of regulation".

United Kingdom | Publication | February 25, 2025

Pensions Regulator improves oversight of largest DC schemes to enhance member outcomes

Following a 12-month review, the Regulator has published a report on its oversight of the DC and master trust market, setting out details of its new approach.

United Kingdom | Publication | February 25, 2025

Call for evidence on potential impacts of Artificial Intelligence use in banking, pensions and other financial services

A new inquiry by the Treasury Committee will consider the potential impacts of the increased use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in banking, pensions and other financial services.

United Kingdom | Publication | February 14, 2025

Government makes plans for DB scheme surplus extraction

The Government has confirmed in a press release that new rules will be introduced giving more flexibility to how occupational DB pension schemes are able to invest surplus funds.

United Kingdom | Publication | February 14, 2025

Torsten Bell appointed as new Minister for Pensions

On January 14, 2025, Torsten Bell MP was appointed Parliamentary Secretary in HM Treasury and Parliamentary Under Secretary at the DWP. Bell has also replaced Emma Reynolds MP as the new Minister for Pensions.

United Kingdom | Publication | January 28, 2025

Pensions Dashboards Programme publishes blog on updated draft reporting standards

On January 8, 2025, the Pensions Dashboards Programme published a blog on its draft reporting standards, following a November 2024 update.

United Kingdom | Publication | January 28, 2025

The Mansion House Reforms: Will pension superfunds supercharge UK investment and M&A?

We outline the key features of the Mansion House Reforms and consider whether these superfunds could supercharge UK M&A and related investment activity.

United Kingdom | Publication | January 19, 2025

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