The Burges Salmon Pensions Pod

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In this series of fortnightly podcasts the Burges Salmon Pensions team will be joined by experts from across Burges Salmon and select special guests to discuss topical issues, the latest pensions news and insights and practical tips to help trustees and employers navigate the ever changing pensions landscape.

  1. Oct 6

    Pensions Pod - What are the main data and admin issues that arise before a buy-in? - S8E1

    In the first episode of Season 8 of the Burges Salmon Pensions Pod, Helen Norman and Charlotte Docherty are joined by Kristy Cotton and Kelly McAfee from PwC to discuss the data and administration issues that can arise before a pension scheme buy-in and buy-out. They explore data quality and preparation, insurer requirements, outsourcing and direct implementation, benefit specifications, project governance and the importance of early planning throughout the journey to buy-out and wind-up.

    Pensions Pod - What are the main data and admin issues that arise before a buy-in? - S8E1

  2. Jan 29

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - Understanding the cyber risks of Pensions Dashboards

    In our final episode of Cyber and AI Bytes, Samantha Howell and Andy Prater discuss the Pensions Dashboards Programme from a cyber risk perspective. They explore the significance of the initiative, the potential cyber threats it poses, and the necessary steps trustees should take to mitigate these risks. Key topics include data transfer security, the risk of scams, and the importance of Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs) and updated privacy notices.

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - Understanding the cyber risks of Pensions Dashboards

  3. Jan 27

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - A Guide to Ransomware for Pension Trustees

    In this episode of Cyber and AI Bytes, Samantha Howell and Amy Khodabandehloo discuss ransomware payment requests, in the context of pension schemes. They explore the legal implications of paying ransoms, the responsibilities of trustees, and the importance of having a coordinated response plan. The conversation emphasises the need for proactive planning, understanding insurance coverage, and engaging with legal advisers to navigate the challenges posed by ransomware attacks.

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - A Guide to Ransomware for Pension Trustees

  4. Jan 22

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - The evolving landscape of AI in Pensions

    In this episode of Cyber and AI Bytes, Chris Brown and Tom Whittaker discuss the evolving landscape of AI in the pensions sector, focusing on regulatory developments, adoption rates, and the understanding of AI among clients. They explore the implications of AI regulation in the EU and UK, the current state of AI adoption in the pensions market, and the importance of mitigating risks while maximising opportunities for trustees and pension providers.

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - The evolving landscape of AI in Pensions

  5. Jan 20

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - Demystifying Data Subject Access Requests

    In this episode of The Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes, Samantha Howell and Helen Haworth delve into the intricacies of Data Subject Access Requests (DSARs) from a pensions perspective. They explore the responsibilities of trustees, the legal framework, and practical steps for managing DSARs effectively. Tune in to gain valuable insights into navigating these complex requests and ensuring compliance.

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - Demystifying Data Subject Access Requests

  6. Jan 15

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - Understanding legal privilege for trustees in a cyber context

    In this episode of The Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes, Richard Pettit and Amy Khodabandehloo discuss the importance of legal privilege in the context of cyber security, particularly for trustees. They explore the two key types of legal privilege (legal advice privilege and litigation privilege) and emphasise the need for early involvement of lawyers in incident response. They cover practical steps to maintain privilege, common pitfalls to avoid, and the significance of planning ahead for potential cyber incidents.

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - Understanding legal privilege for trustees in a cyber context

  7. Jan 13

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - Implications of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 for pension schemes

    In this episode of The Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes, Samantha Howell and Amanda Leiu discuss the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 (DUAA) and its implications for pension schemes. They explore key changes in data protection requirements, particularly focusing on data subject complaints, compliance challenges, and practical steps for trustees to ensure adherence to the new regulations. The conversation emphasises the importance of understanding the Act's provisions and adapting existing processes to meet the new standards. A key implication of the Act in a pensions context is on Complaints processes, with knock-on effects for schemes’ Internal Dispute Resolution Procedures (IDRPs).

    Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes - Implications of the Data (Use and Access) Act 2025 for pension schemes

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    Introducing Cyber and AI Bytes: The Pensions Pod special series

    Hosted by Chris Brown, Samantha Howell, and Richard Petit, our new Pensions Pod: Cyber and AI Bytes series will feature 10 to 15-minute episodes focusing on topical issues related to cyber and AI in the pensions sector. Aimed at trustees, sponsors of pension schemes, and pension professionals, the series will showcase expertise from various teams within the firm, including Pensions, Dispute Resolution, Data Protection and Technology, and Employment. Topics covered will include ransomware, cyber aspects of dashboards, data subject access requests, and AI in a pensions context.

    Introducing Cyber and AI Bytes: The Pensions Pod special series
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