Pensions in 10

Pensions in 10

di Broadstone Corporate Benefits
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Episode 137 - 21st July 2026
This week, David Brooks covers: The DWP's pensions reform roadmap and what the updated implementation timeline means for both DB and DC schemes The latest pensions scams update and what trustees, employers and members need to be aware of
Episode 136 - 7th July 2026
David Brooks is joined by Adam Bexson, this week's episode covers: Opting out of auto-enrolment arrangements – what are the implications? Potential changes to the rights of unmarried couples Updates to the definition of ill health
Episode 135 - 30th June 2026
David Brooks is joined by colleague Adam Bexson to discuss: Proposals to link pension tax relief to investing in the UK, exploring the practical challenges and the wider question of whether pensions should be used as a tool to influence the economy Why annuity sales are on the rise, including the potential role of inheritance tax changes and the growing appeal of guaranteed retirement income The DWP's plans to improve communication around future State Pension changes, following recommendations from the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman
Episode 134 - 23rd June 2026
David Brooks is joined by Kelly Parsons, Head of DC Proposition at Broadstone. This week, they discuss: The latest political developments and what a potential change in leadership could mean for pensions policy, including questions around the future of the triple lock Why DC pension assets are projected to exceed £1 trillion and overtake DB assets by 2031, and the implications for scheme governance, employers and savers The government's review of Flexible Apportionment Arrangements (FAAs), exploring the balance between encouraging innovation and ensuring appropriate protections for members
Episode 133 - 16th June 2026
David Brooks is joined by Christopher Rice to discuss: DB surpluses consultation New proposals to tackle pension scams GMP conversion and equalisation developments
Episode 132 - 9th June 2026
David Brooks kicks off this episode with a look at the newly published Retirement Living Standards from Pensions UK. He also covers the PASA - Pensions Administration Standards Association CIC Pensions Administration Careers Survey and provides an update on progress to the Inheritance Tax reforms following recent guidance issued.
Episode 131 - 2nd June 2026
Adam Bexson joins David Brooks to discuss some of the biggest developments from across the pensions landscape in the last week: The Milburn report, rising numbers of young people not in education, employment or training (NEETs), and what this could mean for future pension outcomes The Pensions Regulator’s new guidance on the use of AI A Pensions Dashboards milestone, with more than 70 million records now connected
Episode 130 - 26th May 2026
This week, your host David Brooks cuts through the Pension Commission’s Interim Report to bring you the key takeaways — and what they could mean for the future direction of UK pension policy.
Episode 129 - 19th May 2026
Our Head of Policy David Brooks runs you through the top five stories you need to know from across the pensions world this week: New DWP data ahead of the Pensions Commission - the highlights The latest UK longevity statistics and what they mean for pension schemes and savers The growing influence of TikTokkers and financial influencers A Pensions Dashboard update Tax, scammers and the latest concerns around IHT
Episode 128 - 12th May 2026
David Brooks is joined by Adam Bexson to run through: The Lifespan Fund - could it replace the State Pension? Adam and Dave break down the policy proposal and other alternatives… What's been happening at TPR - their annual funding statement and DC scale report - what it means about TPR direction, state of market and what trustees should be looking for
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