About this episode

This episode provides a comprehensive guide for investors navigating the UK pensions landscape.

In this episode of Employment & Benefits Unpacked, Andrew Block and Gareth Davies of Mayer Brown's UK Pensions group provide a comprehensive guide for investors navigating the UK pensions landscape, unpacking the full spectrum of pension arrangements ranging from defined contribution and collective defined contribution schemes to the complexities of defined benefit arrangements that can significantly impact deal dynamics. With many UK defined benefit schemes now in surplus, the hosts discuss the evolving opportunities managing pension liabilities and the key regulatory powers investors should understand. Whether you're an investor, HR professional, or in-house counsel, this episode offers practical insights to help you navigate UK transactions with confidence.

People in this episode

Hosts: Andrew Block, Gareth Davies

Topics covered

• UK pensions
• investment strategies
• defined contribution schemes
• defined benefit arrangements
• pension liabilities
• regulatory powers

Keywords

• pensions
• investment
• defined contribution
• defined benefit
• UK regulations
• pension liabilities
• HR professionals

Mentioned in this episode

Organizations: Mayer Brown

Places: UK

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