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In this episode, Mark Atkinson and Simon Evans look at the Pensions Regulator’s draft Funding Code
In particular, Mark and Simon will look at:
Areas of the code relating to the regulations
The differences that this code envisages for covenant advisors
How some of the Regulator’s intended purposes may impact the substance of how valuations conclude
How the Regulator may act in the future
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.  

Hosted by CMS Pensions experts, this episode looks at what is meant by a residual risk and what options are available to trustees when considering a residual risk transaction In particular, Maria and Amanda take a look at:
What is a residual risk
The traditional due diligence approach
Vendor due diligence report
Insurer collective report
Other key aspects to consider in a residual risk transaction
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.

In this episode, Kate Richards, Gerard Cole and Megan Murphy, provide an update on the year ahead across the pensions industry that will define 2023.
In particular, the group looks at:
DB Funding Code
High Inflation
Notifiable events and blogs
Illiquid assets
Exit agreements
ICO and international transfers
Single Code of Practice, and
Equality, Diversity and Inclusion (EDI)
CMS has published more information on Pensions Investment and Risk in their latest briefing available here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.  

In this episode Jennifer Bell, Chris Ransom and Katie Becher, provide an update on the Pensions Dashboards and what's coming up in this area, followed by a brief Q&A.
In particular, they look at:
What are Pensions Dashboards?
Connecting to Pensions Dashboards
Matching the right person with the correct pension, and
Information to provide to members
Get ready for Pensions Dashboards and download our handy 'top tips' guide. 
CMS have published more information on Pensions Investment and Risk in their latest briefing.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.  

In this episode, Laura Clarke, Kirsten Thompson and Wills Crump provide an update on three recent cases and their practical implications.
In particular, they look at:
CMG Pension Trustees v CGI IT UK
Folarin v Transport for London, and
Beattie v 20/20 Trustee Services
CMS have published more information on pensions investment and risk in their latest briefing available here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.

In this episode Jae Fassam, Thibault Jeakings and Chris Ransom discuss ESG and investing.
In particular, they look at:
A recap on the law as it stands
An update from two recent cases, and
A look across to some other jurisdictions to anticipate challenges to come
CMS have published more information on Pensions Investment and Risk in their latest briefing available here.
To find out more about our Pensions team or this podcast, head to cms.law.