Shaping Tomorrow / DB trusteeship: the next chapter
In this month’s episode of Shaping Tomorrow, Clare Routledge sits down with guests Gawaine Batchelor (Aviva) and Nathalie Sims (LCP) ready to discuss the government’s recent consultation on defined benefit pension schemes. Tune in as they explore what the proposed reforms could mean for the industry, including potential changes to the accreditation process for trustees, the diversity of […]
Shaping Tomorrow / Parents in pensions: sharing parental leave
In this month’s Shaping Tomorrow, Clare Routledge sits down with Ellie Dobson (Isio), David Alward (Lane Clark & Peacock) and Laura Fenton‑Williams (Vidett) as they talk openly about taking shared parental leave, what they gained from it and how the experience is changing for parents across the pensions industry. With parental leave no longer assumed to […]
Shaping Tomorrow: healthcare trusts explained
In our latest Shaping Tomorrow, host Clare Routledge welcomes Jeremy Hill (Client Director and Healthcare Lead, Vidett) and Kevin Gude (Consultant Solicitor, Keystone Law) to the show, ready to share their expertise in employee benefits and group risk. Tune in as we dive into the world of healthcare trusts; exploring their growing presence, as our […]
Celebrating charity: the gift of giving back
In our latest episode of Shaping Tomorrow, host Clare Routledge has assembled a panel ready to talk all things charity. Tune in as Clare explores the history of our charity committee, including how it came together, and the people and organisations it’s gone on to support since. Joining Clare in discussion are: Kate BaretteCharity Committee […]
Sustainability in pensions: our perspective
How do you see sustainability in pensions developing? Sit down with Sarah, Wayne and Duncan as they discuss what it means for Vidett and the actions we’re taking now and in the future. In the video they explore what The Pensions Regulator expects from schemes and trustee boards on sustainability, the opportunities and challenges they’ve […]
The generation game: ethical investing for Gen-Z
It’s COP30 week, so in our eighth installment of Shaping Tomorrow, host Clare Routledge leads a compelling conversation with our panel of experts; exploring sustainability and the younger generation’s views on their pensions, investments and whether they match their values. Joining Clare in discussion, are: Sam SwinerdMarketing & Communications, Vidett Archie PritchettOperations Analyst, PensionsPay Joe […]
The importance of programme management in delivering endgame
Client Director Shaun Kilcoyne joins Laura McMillan from Hymans Robertson to discuss why effective programme management is essential for pension schemes navigating endgame strategies. Watch below, as they delve into how rising defined benefit (DB) funding levels and growing project complexity have made strategic foresight and strong governance more critical than ever. Their conversation underscores the […]
Building better boards: the power of positive psychology
In episode seven of our ‘Shaping Tomorrow’ podcast, our host Clare Routledge orchestrates our latest expert panel on the importance of board effectiveness (BE), and how psychology can be used to help enhance your BE reviews. Joining Clare in discussion are: Alison HatcherHead of Trusteeship, Vidett Nicole Johannessen Associate Director and Board Effectiveness Lead, Vidett Scott […]
Is your ESOG now in place?
As trustees with limited time and competing priorities, it could be easy to leave your Own Risk Assessment (ORA) until it falls due and then have to complete all the work at once. But doing so would create plenty to do and potentially leave problems that can’t be fixed in time for the first ORA. […]
Breaking down barriers: making communications inclusive
We’re now up to episode six of our ‘Shaping Tomorrow’ podcast, with this month’s released during National Inclusion Week. Tune in as host Clare Routledge quizzes our expert panel on financial inclusion, communications around financial information, how they’re received by members and what we can do to make them better and easier to understand. Joining […]
A glimpse into the future of UK pensions
Alison Hatcher caught up with Asset TV, as she outlined the shift towards a market of “mega schemes” and the resulting governance challenges. Check out the interview below, where she argues for a new, collaborative mindset within the industry and a focus on acquiring the right skills for trustees to manage this transition and deliver […]
Trustee Talk: James Chalk talks covenant
Client director James Chalk joined Asset TV’s Sam Rossiter for their episode that centered on the subject of sponsor covenant. Looking at the recent recording, James commented: “As many schemes move towards their endgame or a run-on structure, there is a danger that sponsor covenant is forgotten about. In this edition of Trustee Talk I […]
Death and pensions: easing the process after passing
In the latest episode of our ‘Shaping Tomorrow’ podcast, this month host Clare Routledge welcomes Alison Coulson to part one of the show, ready to discuss an area close to her heart. Alison’s husband Neil sadly passed in March last year, so she reflects on the positives, challenges and areas that need improvement from her […]
Shaping Tomorrow: strength in sustainability
We’re delighted to share with you the latest episode of our ‘Shaping Tomorrow’ podcast, as this month host Clare Routledge puts the focus on sustainability. With political momentum shifting away from net-zero and sustainability, those working in the space are in danger of losing motivation and hope. In this episode our panel explore their day-to-day […]
Shaping Tomorrow: collaboration drives success
In episode three of our ‘Shaping Tomorrow’ podcast, our host Clare Routledge puts the spotlight on a project the team have been working on for Volvo Group, that has seen us merge four of their pension schemes together. Joining Clare in discussion this month, are: On the latest episode, Clare commented: “We have been on […]
Trustee Talk: Higher Education
Client directors Mandy Kaur-Sadler and Mike Birch were delighted to join Asset TV in their latest episode of Trustee Talk. Hosted by Sam Rossiter, they discussed the different challenges facing those involved with university pension schemes, and how Vidett can help. On the latest episode, Mandy commented “It was good to discuss the headwinds currently […]
Shaping Tomorrow: inspiring women
Our latest ‘Shaping Tomorrow’ podcast is ready for download, as we join Client Director/host Clare Routledge for an International Women’s Day themed episode. This month Clare is joined by a number of guests all from Vidett, as we celebrate achievements, share experiences and discuss changes they’d like to see in the future. On the release […]
Shaping Tomorrow: Our podcast relaunches!
Newly renamed ‘Shaping Tomorrow’ – our podcast series is evolving. Come with us as we meet a range of pension industry experts who take a deeper dive into the relationships, ideas, discoveries and innovations that help us achieve great results. In episode one of our reimagined series, you’ll meet our new host, client director Clare […]
Trustee Talk: defined benefit endgame with Clare Routledge
This month, client director Clare Routledge caught up with Asset TV’s Sam Rossiter, ready to discuss defined benefit (DB) pension schemes, and their journey to endgame. Commenting on the latest episode, Clare said “With record levels of DB surpluses come decisions for trustees on how to use those surpluses. In this edition of Trustee Talk […]
Have you reviewed equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI) in your pension scheme?
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Everything you need to know about the general code
The Pensions Regulator’s updated general code framework went live on 28 March 2024. To mark this landmark, we’ve put together a handy video guide, breaking down what you need to do and by when. Find out more on our webpage here.
The journey to buy-in and buy-out
Watch our video explaining the typical journey a pension scheme will go through buy-in to buy-out, and eventually wind-up; something we have lots of success with, having taken many pension schemes through their end-to-end journey. If this sounds like something you’d like to hear more about, then please visit our ‘Endgame solutions’ webpage.
Shoosmiths on TAP: the later stages of a risk transfer project
Trustee Director Becky Wood recently spoke to Shoosmiths on TAP for their latest episode on risk transfer. In episode two of the risk transfer series hosted by Suzanne Burrell (Partner, Shoosmiths), Becky joins Adam Davis (Managing Director, K3 Advisory) on the panel focusing on the later stages of a risk transfer project. They discuss what […]
ExpertView EP15: small schemes and risk transfer
ExpertView is our series of discussions bringing together experts from different disciplines to share their specialist perspectives on key pension topics. In our latest episode, Trustee Director James Chalk hosts the panel, and is joined by Iain Church from Hymans Robertson, and Nick Flynn from Canada Life. In the discussion, James investigates several areas, including: […]
Equity, diversity & inclusion (EDI) Q&A
Sarah Booth is joined by Kelly Newton, Pensions Manager at Samworth Brothers, for a Q&A on all things EDI. In March we ran an EDI training session for the Samworth Brothers trustee board. Watch this video to find out Kelly’s experience of attending the session. Get in touch with Simon Lewis to see how Vidett […]
ExpertView is back & we’re talking restructuring plans!
ExpertView is our series of discussions bringing together experts from different disciplines to share their specialist perspectives on key pension topics. In our first episode of the year, Trustee Director Kevin Dolan sits in the presenting hot seat. He’s joined by Naomi Parmar and Katie Banks from Hogan Lovells’ Restructuring and Pensions teams and Dan […]