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Our updates focus on regulatory and policy activities for our clients.
Each quarter, James Carter, Head of Platform Policy, provides his insights into the key regulatory and policy issues within the continually evolving pensions landscape.
This quarter, James Carter shares his thoughts on the evolving pensions landscape, covering the Government’s roadmap for workplace pension reforms, progress on Value for Money and Guided Retirement initiatives, and wider developments affecting long-term savings and retirement planning.
Previous Regulatory Round Ups
This quarter, James Carter reflects on key regulatory developments, including the Pensions Commission’s interim findings, ongoing implementation of the Pension Schemes Act, and proposed ISA reforms shaping the future of retirement saving and long-term investment.
In this video, James Carter talks through the key regulatory themes from Q2
James Carter - Head of Platform Policy | 30 April 2026
This quarter, James Carter reflects on key regulatory developments, including progress on the Pension Schemes Bill and evolving priorities from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and The Pensions Regulator (TPR) affecting workplace pensions and long‑term savings.
In this video, James Carter talks through the key regulatory themes from Q1.
James Carter - Head of Platform Policy | 29 January 2026
This quarter, James Carter, closed out the year reflecting on Autumn Budget, new Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules, and further consultations across UK savings and retirement policy.
In this video, James Carter, closed out the year reflecting on Autumn Budget, new Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules, and further consultations across UK savings and retirement policy.
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