Open DB - April 2025

Welcome to the first edition of OpenDB, our quarterly newsletter for trustees and sponsors of open defined benefit schemes.

As part of our launch, we’re delighted to introduce our new and unique Open Scheme Cost of Accrual (OSCA) index. We’ve also covered some hot policy topics and provided information on upcoming events to watch out for. 

In this quarter's edition, you'll find:

• Key insights on Open Scheme Cost of Accrual (OSCA) Index 
• Highlights from our open schemes dinner on 4 March 2025 
• Discussions on Future for Open DB Schemes – Pension Policy 
• Upcoming Hymans open scheme events 

You can read the full newsletter here. 

If you have any questions or would like to discuss anything further, please get in touch.