Here is a round-up of the COVID-19 and non-COVID-19 related pensions briefings and blogs that we have published recently. Together with links to some of the firm’s COVID-19 webinars which we think will be of general interest.
To limit the number of emails that we send to you at this time we have not sent all of these to you separately. The latest updates can be found on our UK pensions blog at any time.
COVID-19
Pressure points: Regulator updates Covid-19 guidance for DB scheme trustees and sponsors
Insolvency Bill will “seriously weaken” position of DB schemes and the PPF warn peers
Pension contributions and partial furlough (UK)
COVID-19: Pressure points: Workplace pensions – 4 cost saving steps for employers (UK)
Webinars
Reputation risks and opportunities
Joined by global communications firm Edelman, this webinar explores the legal and reputational risks arising from Covid-19 and share practical tips for managing these risks.
Repairing the balance sheet - accessing new equity and debt finance (UK)
This webinar reflects the shift of focus from dealing with near-term liquidity concerns, to ensuring longer term viability and recovery. It considers some of the options available to companies in the recovery and repair phase including accessing new credit facilities, equity capital and government schemes as well as preserving cash and the impact on supply chain and creditor behaviour.
Pressure points - next phase of state aid: deeper bailouts and recapitalisation
This webinar looks at what we are beginning, and expect, to see next in terms of bailouts of specific businesses and industries which governments consider to be of strategic importance.
Non-COVID-19
Pensions Regulator opens door for schemes to transfer to DB consolidators
FCA pushes ahead with plans to improve DB transfer market
GMP equalisation working group publishes guidance on when to rectify
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The articles published on this website, current at the dates of publication set out above, are for reference purposes only. They do not constitute legal advice and should not be relied upon as such. Specific legal advice about your specific circumstances should always be sought separately before taking any action.