Pensions in 10

This week has an investment flavour as your host and Broadstone's Head of Policy David Brooks is joined by Marc Devereux, Head of Investment Consulting. The team look at Net Zero targets and digest the muted market reaction to last Wednesday's Spring Statement. Finally, there is a policy update after a busy week of activity from The Pensions Regulator.

David is joined by Head of Trustee Services and SM&RT Insure risk transfer lead at Broadstone Christopher Rice to discuss a LawDeb survey into employer sentiment around Defined Benefit risk, a regulatory growth initiative from the Government, and the Spring Statement on Wednesday.

Broadstone's Pensions in 10 is back with Sadhbh Lynch, Associate Investment Consultant at Broadstone, keeping regular host David Brooks company this week. In this episode, the team discuss Torsten Bell's speech at the Pensions and Lifetime Savings Association conference, Sadhbh takes a look at US equities and what the recent volatility may mean for pension savers and David provides an update on In...

This week, Broadstone's very own David Brooks and Andrew Knight-Stephens unpack the hottest pension topics: What does new legal advice from NatWest Cushon, and Eversheds Sutherland mean for trustee decision-making? New pensions minister & Section 37 – What’s his stance, and what could it mean for schemes? Pensions Age Awards 2025 – Andy and David toast Broadstone’s admin excellence!

Broadstone’s very own David Brooks is joined by workplace engagement expert Rachel Coles to tackle the latest pension news in just 10 minutes: Gen Z and pensions – A new PPI report highlights the financial struggles of younger workers. Why are they falling behind on savings, and what can be done? Dashboard delay? – People’s Pension is calling for a pause on the rollout. What changes are they propo...

Your favourite hosts, Broadstone's David Brooks & Simon Kew break down the biggest pension stories: Virgin Media’s Section 37 case – What does the latest ICAEW guidance mean for schemes? The pensions knowledge gap – A new survey reveals just how little young people know about pensions. What can be done? State Pension age set to rise – New estimates suggest a significant increase in the next 25...

This week Simon Kew and David Brooks discuss: Pension scams under the spotlight – PSAG is tightening intelligence gathering but are scammers really being held accountable? David shares his thoughts on tougher consequences and better support for victims. State Pensions back in the headlines – Simon looks at the latest developments around overpayments, particularly for those who have lost a family m...

Join David Brooks and Simon Kew as they cover: DB surpluses & the PPF levy – Government confirms a levy reduction, but what does it mean for schemes? Plus, movements for those on frozen pensions. Bank of England’s new repo facility (CNRF) is open for applications – Only for 'episodes of severe gilt market dysfunction', but at £8k a year, is it a game-changer for big schemes? Martin Lewis talks...

This week’s 10 minute episode dives into... ‘Déjà vu’ on DB surpluses – what’s happening ahead of Rachel Reeves' speech? The Triple Lock mystery – Simon’s bedtime reading of Hansard uncovered some interesting insights Auto-enrolment trends – what the latest data tells us about opt-out rates and pension engagement across different communities

Join your favourite hosts to unpack the biggest stories in pensions this week: New pensions minister, Torsten Bell – who is he and what might his stance be in his new role? The Fabian Society, pensioner poverty and speculation about the state pension Labour's plans for the Triple Lock – what could happen if they decide to remove it? IHT Consultation – David shares his thoughts and takeaways in a s...

This week Simon Kew and David Brooks tackle an impressive four stories: 1. High and rising gilt yields: What do they mean for DB and DC schemes, and what lessons can we take forward? 2️. PPI's Unlocking Investment roundtable: Simon reports back with key insights ahead of the consultation deadline this week. 3. Longevity, pensions, fraud, and an Ig Nobel prize: David unpacks this interesting news s...

The first Pensions in 10 episode of 2025 is here! Here’s what’s in this week's episode: A quick intro for new listeners and a 2024 recap: What is Pensions in 10 and why should you tune in? LGPS consolidation: Simon and David tackle the latest discussions, debunk ‘Ponzi scheme’ rumours, and cut through the hyperbole.

Broadstone's Simon Kew and David Brooks dash through Part II of the Pensions Review and look ahead to the pensions universe next year—from the Pension Scheme Bill and dashboards to the Ombudsman's battle against scams and more.

Broadstone's very own David Brooks and Simon Kew unravel some of the biggest pension stories and updates.... State Pension ‘Gordian Knots’: Untangling the complex issues at the heart of reform. Employer Covenant Guidance: What you need to know about the latest updates. Tax-Free Cash in the Budget: Fresh insights on what might be ahead.

Broadstone hosts David Brooks and Simon Kew discuss pension scams hitting the small screen with a storyline emerging in EastEnders and the importance of mainstream discussion of the danger scammers pose to retirement savings. They also discuss why The Pensions Regulator is going to act more prudentially and what that could mean for the industry. Finally, with Simon in Prague for the IPE Conference...

Your Broadstone hosts Simon Kew and David Brooks discuss the Work & Pension Committee's work into adequacy and pensioner poverty. They also examine the latest State Pension rumours - or lack thereof - as well as a Government Actuary's Department (GAD) report into private market investing.

Your favourite hosts David Brooks and Simon Kew unpack last week's Mansion House speech in just under 10 minutes! They discuss.... LGPS & DC savings: Lessons from Canada and Australia Scheme Consolidation: Challenges ahead with 2030 as the target. Investment Vehicles: What frameworks will deliver for members? Accountability: Who’s responsible if investment is mandated?

Join David Brooks and Simon Kew as they whip through this week’s must-know updates in under 10 minutes. Mansion House Speech: The most hotly speculated areas plus potential surprises... Simon goes on his pension travels again, exploring the Isle of Man’s triple lock plans, a ‘doom-mongering' pension holder and more Pension Ombudsman: Key changes to the complaints handling process and expedited pro...

This week hear more on.... The Budget (one last summary - promise!) Simon's in Ireland discussing an interesting case on pension fraud PGIS Petition - what is it and what is it trying to resolve?

V-FM meets Pensions in 10! On this bonus episode, David Brooks and Simon Kew are joined by special guests Darren Philp and Nico Aspinall from V-FM Podcast to discuss the new government’s much anticipated first Budget.

Catch the latest in the world of pensions with hosts David Brooks and Simon Kew as they dive into this week’s hot topics: Pension Scams & TPR News: Updates on scam prevention and big leadership changes at TPR. Helpful tools for employers and trustees included! Pension Dashboards: New ministerial buzz around private vs public dashboards and all the latest updates. On the Road: Simon’s in Urugua...

Join David Brooks and Simon Kew as they break down this week’s pension headlines in under 10 minutes. PLSA hot topic: MP Emma Reynolds sparks speculation around potential investment mandates for pension schemes. TPR update: The regulator has announced it is now going to reach out and take a look at trustee firms in a break from tradition. Pensions Ombudsman: New factsheets, new rules, and voluntee...

This week, David Brooks and Simon Kew ‘agreeably disagree’ on the new Lifetime Savings Initiative from the PMI and Schroders, discuss the new set of LTA regulations, pension tax and the dangers of Budget speculation.

David and Simon dive into the exciting launch of Royal Mail’s CDC scheme, the pressing issue of missed state pension uplift claims for women and the latest budget speculation, including Reeves' pension tax U-turn.

This week David and Simon share their thoughts on the potential demise of Pot for Life, TPR's DC Value for Member crackdown and the latest visible impact on schemes, and pension schemes investing in developing countries.