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HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 38

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: the Pensions Minister speaks up; TPR takes the pledge; dashboards grumble on; the Finance Bill becomes an Act; and WASPI women on the rampage again.

 

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HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 37

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: the ACA weighs in on surplus; TPR gives us a health check on DC provision; HMRC publishes a new newsletter; dashboards come to the fore; and concerns raised about Gen Z.

 

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Potential tax changes under Trump’s 2nd term

In this latest episode, Ivan Zapien and Tim Bergreen are joined by special guest Jamie Wickett, a partner on the Hogan Lovells Government Relations and Public Affairs team, share their thoughts on budget reconciliation, potential tax changes under Trump, a possible government shutdown, and more. (28 Feb. 2025)

HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 36

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: a change at the top of the TPR and some information on their plans for the year; some help with keeping auditors at bay on Virgin Media; and WASPI women get militant.

 

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HL Pensions NewsBeat Episode 35

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: good news from the PPF; developments on derivatives; the government is asking for your thoughts on AI; news from the DWP; and the Pensions Regulator gets tough on scammers.

 

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HL PensionsPod | Episode 19 | Pension Trustee Liability Insurance

In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Head of Pensions Katie Banks is joined by Lydia Savill, a partner in our Insurance team, as they discuss pension trustee liability (PTL) insurance – what it is, what it covers, common policy exclusions, the importance of notifying insurers of potential claims and circumstances, as well as tips for trustees looking at obtaining PTL insurance.

 

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HL Pensions NewsBeat Episode 34

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: Rachel Reeves gives a green light to using surplus; we take a look at the responses to recent government consultations; some good news from HMRC on tax codes; and no news is good news for auto-enrolment.

 

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HL PensionsPod | Episode 18 | 2025 - The Year Ahead for Pensions

In our New Year’s edition of HL PensionsPod, Head of Pensions Katie Banks and Pensions partner Edward Brown look at the year ahead for the pensions industry, discussing upcoming developments to the legal issues arising from the Virgin Media judgment, the anticipated Pension Schemes Bill, the government’s ongoing pensions investment review, and more.

 

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HL Pensions NewsBeat Episode 33

In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. This week: a new Pensions Minister; pensions positivity is on the rise; some news from the insurance market; and updates from the latest round of consultations.

 

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HL PensionsPod | Episode 17 | Duncan Buchanan – A Life in Pensions

This special edition of HL PensionsPod celebrates the distinguished career of Pensions partner Duncan Buchanan, who left us on 31 December 2024 to enjoy a well-deserved retirement.

 

In Duncan’s final appearance on our podcast series, we find him on a desert island interviewed by Peter Rennalls and Richard Seymour, both of the Pension Insurance Corporation, about his 30-year career in pensions. Join Duncan as he chooses the eight songs that best capture the various stages of his life, a book, and a luxury item.

 

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