60-second summary: Pension Schemes Act implementation - a deluge of DWP documents

On 13 July 2026, the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) published a wide-ranging package of documents setting out plans to implement the Pension Schemes Act 2026. The focus is largely on defined contribution (DC) reforms, with updated timescales for both DC and defined benefit (DB) measures.

Our 60-second summary explores:

• A wave of DWP publications. What matters most?
• The key reforms moving from policy into practice.
• Important dates and developments to watch.
• What schemes should be thinking about next.

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