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An overview of the ESG hurdles facing pension scheme trustees

In an in-depth article for Solicitors Journal, partner Stuart O’Brien and senior associate Lucy Swart-Mallett review the hurdles facing pension scheme trustees in relation to ESG issues. While trustees have largely got to grips with various regulatory changes since 2019, feedback from the regulator has indicated that there are still areas to tackle and obstacles...

The continuing, and increasing, case for public engagement in the changing pension landscape

The DC model of pensions savings has increased the need for members to understand and manage their pension savings. However, the lack of member engagement in pensions has been a long-standing issue...

Minor breaches – getting it right when things go wrong

Managing breaches, regardless of size, is part and parcel of scheme governance and trustees have various legal duties in this area. In a recent article for Professional Pensions, senior counsel Naomi...

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Helen Baker comments as the General Code comes into force

Partner Helen Baker comments: “As Parliament closes its doors for the Easter recess, the General Code comes into force. This starts the era of effective systems of governance and own risk...

Sackers shortlisted for Corporate Adviser Awards 2024

Following our success at last year’s awards, we are delighted to have been shortlisted in the ‘Best Pensions Law Firm’ category at the 2024 Corporate Adviser Awards. We look forward to...

Fiduciary duty meets climate risk

In the latest edition of Pensions Age magazine, partner Stuart O’Brien answers the question: are trustees prepared for their evolving fiduciary duties in relation to ESG? This follows the...

Sackers shortlisted for Professional Pensions UK Pensions Awards 2024

We’re delighted that Sackers has been shortlisted in these three categories for this year’s awards: –  Pension Lawyers of the year –  Pensions Litigation Firm of the year – ...