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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 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.
Previous Regulatory Updates
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.
James Carter - Head of Platform Policy | 27 January 2026
This quarter, James Carter, Head of Platform Policy, reflects on the revival of the Pensions Commission, the State Pension Age review and updates to the Pension Schemes Bill.
In this video, James Carter outlines the revival of the Pensions Commission and reflects on amendments and our feedback on the Pension Schemes Bill and private asset investment proposals. He also confirms that we are working closely on targeted support proposals.
James Carter - Head of Platform Policy | 15 August 2025
This quarter, James Carter, Head of Platform Policy, reflects on the Pensions Investment Review and the Pension Schemes Bill. He also shares his views on small pots consolidation plans, Mansion House Accord, Pensions Dashboard progress and targeted support proposals. The FCA Financial Lives survey also provides further insight on consumers and their experiences of financial services.
In this video, James Carter outlines the intentions of the Pensions Investment Review and the Pension Schemes Bill. He reflects on the role we are playing in consultations which are shaping proposed developments on value for money framework and targeted support.
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