23 May 2025
This special edition of Hymans Robertson On… was recorded live at our Pensions and Retirement Conference 2025, where we explored how pensions can play a greater role in supporting growth, sustainability and prosperity across the UK.
In this session, Alison Leslie is joined by Elaine Torrey, Asad Rashid, Martin Dietz and Ian Connatty to examine the opportunities and innovations shaping the future of productive finance. From venture capital and infrastructure to affordable housing and the green transition, the conversation brings to life how pension schemes - both DC and DB - can make a tangible impact without compromising on returns.
Packed with practical examples and honest reflections, the panel highlights how collaboration, policy shifts and smarter investment structures are helping overcome long-standing barriers to private market access. The discussion also sheds light on how local investment by schemes like the LGPS is already delivering meaningful outcomes for communities and members alike.
If you’d like to follow up on anything discussed, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.
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