Podcast

The big picture in pensions: Pensions and Retirement conference 2025

calendar icon 23 April 2025

Key topics discussed

  • The economic and demographic forces driving the renewed focus on investment-led growth in UK pensions.
  • How surplus DB assets could be deployed to support member security while contributing to broader economic goals.
  • Why a shift in mindset and regulatory approach is key to unlocking pensions’ full potential for long-term impact.

This special edition of “Hymans Robertson On…” explores the big picture in pensions, recorded live at our Pensions and Retirement Conference 2025.

From the evolving role of DB schemes to the urgent need for investment-led growth, this episode dives deep into the economic, regulatory and demographic forces shaping the future of pensions.

Our panellists unpack the legacy of de-risking, the risks of over-concentration in gilts and credit, and the opportunity for pension funds to play a central role in driving national growth. With a focus on mindset shifts, surplus reinvestment, and more ambitious approaches to long-term capital, this conversation is a call for collective action and fresh thinking.

Whether you're wrestling with big strategic questions or looking for a sharp take on policy trends, this episode provides a thought-provoking discussion on how we secure sustainable outcomes for savers.

If you'd like to follow up on anything discussed, please don’t hesitate to get in touch.

Hymans Robertson disclaimer

This podcast has been prepared by Hymans Robertson LLP, and is based upon our understanding of events as at release date. It is designed to be a general summary of topical investment matters and is not specific to the circumstances of any particular employer or pension scheme. The information contained in this podcast should not be construed as advice and not be considered as a substitute for specific advice as the information is generic in nature. Where a podcast refers to legal matters please note that Hymans Robertson is not qualified to provide legal opinion and therefore you may wish to obtain independent legal advice to consider any relevant law and/or regulation. Hymans Robertson LLP accepts no liability for errors or omissions. Your Hymans Robertson LLP consultant will be pleased to discuss matters raised in this podcast in greater detail. Guests views are separate to that of Hymans Robertson.

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Speakers

Catherine Mcfadyen
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Catherine McFadyen

Head of Pensions

Chris Arcari

Chris Arcari

Head of Capital Markets

John Hamilton

John Hamilton

Stagecoach Group Pensions

Andrew Dodd

Andrew Dodd

Head of Supervision, The Pensions Regulator

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