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Dashboards update: Discussion forum announced and blog published on connection preparation for schemes

Dashboards update: Discussion forum announced and blog published on connection preparation for schemes

The Pensions Dashboards Programme has scheduled a forum from 3-4pm on April 3, 2025, where PDP Principal Chris Curry will provide updates on programme milestones, including standards approvals and initial dashboard connections. The Regulator will also provide guidance on registration codes for dashboard connectivity.

United Kingdom | Publication | March 28, 2025
Pensions Regulator signs up to Treasury’s action plan to support growth

Pensions Regulator signs up to Treasury’s action plan to support growth

On March 17, 2025, HM Treasury published a policy paper setting out its action plan for the Government's next steps in ensuring regulators and regulation support economic growth and innovation.

United Kingdom | Publication | March 28, 2025
Pensions Minister announces Pensions Bill to be introduced “before summer recess”

Pensions Minister announces Pensions Bill to be introduced “before summer recess”

In a speech given at the PLSA Investment Conference on March 11, 2025, Pensions Minister Torsten Bell announced the Government’s intended timeframe for the final report on its Pensions Investment Review and the introduction of the new Pensions Bill.

United Kingdom | Publication | March 28, 2025
UK Pensions Briefing | Pensions for growth: The government’s ambitious proposals

UK Pensions Briefing | Pensions for growth: The government’s ambitious proposals

Growth, says Rachel Reeves, is her “number one mission”. UK pension schemes, with vast assets, have since come sharply into political focus. Here, we focus on three sets of government proposals with the potential to shake up the industry.

United Kingdom | Publication | March 19, 2025
Association of Consulting Actuaries publishes policy paper on DB surplus flexibility

Association of Consulting Actuaries publishes policy paper on DB surplus flexibility

A policy paper from the Association of Consulting Actuaries, Unlocking DB Pension Scheme Surplus, sets its recommendations for new legislation and supporting guidance to cover. This follows the announcement by the Chancellor in January 2025 that the government intends to lift restrictions on how well-funded DB schemes may release surplus funds.

United Kingdom | Publication | March 13, 2025
Private Members’ Bill introduced on WASPI Compensation issues

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

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

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

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


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