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  PensionPod | Episode 33: Global Perspectives - ERISA Developments (Part 1) 29.07.2026 17min

  In this episode of HLC PensionsPod, senior associate Jade Rigby is joined with David Olstein, a partner in our New York office, for Part One of a three-part series on ERISA developments. Together, they introduce us to the world of ERISA, providing an overview of what ERISA is, the types of plans that fall within its scope, those that are exempt, the core fiduciary duties it imposes, and the regulators responsible for overseeing ERISA compliance.   To listen to more episodes of HLC PensionsPod, click here: HLC UK PensionsPod: all episodes   To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HLC Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HLC UK Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/   Please note that this podcast episode was recorded before the combination of Hogan Lovells and Cadwalader, Wickersham & Taft on 1 July 2026 to form Hogan Lovells Cadwalader. Any references to Hogan Lovells reflect the firm's position at the time of recording.
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  HLC Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 66 27.07.2026 7min

  In this episode of HLC Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Cadwalader Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: tying the knot may become the default for couples; the DWP’s busy on guided retirement and the general levy; more rolled out on Value for Money; HMRC presses ahead with the government’s agenda on surplus reforms; the Pension Ombudsman and the Pension Protection Fund look back over the last year; and are you feeling the squeeze?   To listen to more episodes of HLC Pensions NewsBeat, click here:  HLC UK Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HLC PensionsPod, click here: HLC UK PensionsPod: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here:  https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/
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  HLC PensionsPod | Episode 32 | Overpayments 08.07.2026 27min

  In this episode of HLC PensionsPod, associate Kal Tsang is joined by senior associate Jim Davis to explore the topic of overpayments in pension schemes. They discuss the different types of overpayments, the options available to trustees when errors are identified, and the key legal defences members may raise – including estoppel, change of position, and laches. Drawing on the Pensions Ombudsman's 2025 factsheet and a series of recent determinations, they examine how these defences have been applied in practice and what distinguishes successful claims from unsuccessful ones. The episode concludes with practical takeaways for trustees on communicating with members, assessing defences at the internal dispute resolution stage and reducing the likelihood of complaints escalating to the Ombudsman.   To listen to more episodes of HLC PensionsPod, click here: HLC UK PensionsPod: all episodes   To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HLC Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HLC UK Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/
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  HLC Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 65 06.07.2026 6min

  In this episode of HLC Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Cadwalader Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: the FCA consults on new rules to improve standards in SIPPs; the gilt market’s reaction to Starmer’s resignation has been ‘relatively muted’; deferred member engagement rises up trustee agenda; DC pension pots could rise under megafund reforms; DB scheme trustees yet to assess the impact of health innovations on future liabilities; and trustees warn DB pension surplus release pressure could conflict with fiduciary duty.   To listen to more episodes of HLC Pensions Newsbeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HLC PensionsPod, click here: HL PensionsPod: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/
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  Keeping it Real Estate | Summer 2026 Horizon Scanner 30.06.2026 10min

  Stella Bliss, Ingrid Stables and Lucy Redman are back with the Summer 2026 Horizon Scanner to help you stay ahead of the key legal and regulatory developments affecting the real estate sector, including 1954 Act reform, building safety changes, the new contractual controls regulations, commonhold reform, the proposed ban on upwards-only rent reviews and Martyn's Law.
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  HL Keeping It Real Estate | Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 25.06.2026 7min

  Jessica Hickson and Lucy Redman outline the changes introduced by the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025, and discuss the practical steps required of those responsible for premises within its scope.
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  HL Keeping it Real Estate | Ban on upwards-only rent reviews 23.06.2026 7min

  Chris Somorjay and Tim Reid unpack the ban on upwards‑only rent reviews, exploring what’s changed and what it means in practice for landlords and tenants.
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  HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 64 18.06.2026 6min

  In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: surplus plans take shape; changes to transfers on the horizon; member-nominated trustees get vocal; should defined contribution members be worried about Space-X; and the nice problem of tax-free cash.   To listen to more episodes of HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HL PensionsPod, click here: HL PensionsPod: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/
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  HL PensionsPod | Episode 31 | Global Perspectives - Insights from Germany 15.06.2026 25min

  In this episode of HL PensionsPod, senior associate Jade Rigby is joined with Dr. Thomas Frank, a senior associate in our employment practice in Germany. Together, they discuss the pensions landscape in Germany, the main types of pension arrangements and the absence of mandatory contribution powers, meaning many employees do not have any pensions entitlements. Jade and Thomas also look ahead at the reforms recently brought into Germany, introducing greater flexibility at retirement, the option of early pension payment and the expansion of defined contribution pension schemes.   To listen to more episodes of HL PensionsPod , click here: HL PensionsPod: all episodes   To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/  
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  HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 63 08.06.2026 6min

  In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: the Pensions Regulator ups its intelligence levels; things hot up for superfunds; dashboards hit a milestone; the Pensions Ombudsman reflects; and some sobering news on the pensions disability gap.   To listen to more episodes of HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HL PensionsPod, click here: HL PensionsPod: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/
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  A panel discussion on the evolving investigations landscape 27.05.2026 36min

  In this episode, Stephanie Yonekura, Practice Area Leader for the Hogan Lovells Investigations, White Collar, and Fraud practice, and Maggie Hedges, General Counsel at Hogan Lovells, are joined by Todd Blanche, Acting Attorney General of the United States, for a timely discussion on the evolving investigations landscape.
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  HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 62 26.05.2026 5min

  In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: data protection; the Pensions Commission’s interim report sparks calls for urgent action on retirement adequacy; an exciting Technical Note from HMRC on IHT and pensions; warnings around the use of private credit; and defined benefit funding surpluses fall, but only a little bit. To listen to more episodes of HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HL PensionsPod, click here: HL PensionsPod: all episodes Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/
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  Potential Impacts of a Democratic Majority 22.05.2026 31min

  In this latest episode, Ivan Zapien, Tim Bergreen, Ches Garrison and Michael Bell discuss the upcoming midterm elections and what a democratic majority could mean for the U.S. House and Senate.
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  HL Keeping it Real Estate | The Renters’ Rights Act 2025 – what’s changing and what you need to do 20.05.2026 9min

  Now that the key provisions of the Renters’ Right Act 2026 are in force, Tim Reid and Paola Bruni talk you through the new assured periodic tenancy regime and the main changes for landlords and leaseholders when it comes to pre-tenancy restrictions, rent increases, termination and the many other changes introduced by the Act. With some immediate actions required from landlords by 31 May, this episode is well worth a listen.
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  Where we are in 2026 12.05.2026 26min

  In this latest episode, Ivan Zapien, Tim Bergreen, and Ches Garrison are joined by recurring guest Michael Bell, a partner on the Hogan Lovells Government Relations and Public Affairs team, to discuss recent activity in the House, committee focus on artificial intelligence, federal appropriations, lame duck, reconciliation, and more.
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  HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 61 11.05.2026 5min

  In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: news on the Parliamentary process; small pots and IHT; risk concentration in Master Trusts; and annuity rates on the rise again. To listen to more episodes of HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HL PensionsPod, click here: HL PensionsPod: all episodes Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/
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  HL UK PensionsPod | Episode 30 | Global Perspectives - Insights from the Netherlands 28.04.2026 27min

  In this episode of HL PensionsPod, senior associate Jade Rigby is joined with Mariëtte Vis, a legal consultant in our employment and pensions practice in the Netherlands. Together, they discuss the pensions landscape in the Netherlands, exploring how the three-pillar retirement income system operates, the shift from defined benefit to defined contribution schemes, and the significant reforms currently underway. The conversation also touches on the role of ESG in pension investment strategies, the interaction between pensions and employment law, and what employers should be preparing for ahead of changes to Dutch pensions law.   To listen to more episodes of HL PensionsPod, click here:  HL PensionsPod: all episodes   To listen to more episodes of our other podcast series, HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/
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  HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 60 20.04.2026 5min

  In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: “Ping Pong” play between the Lords and Commons; guidance for trustees grappling with Virgin Media; high praise for independent trustees; statistics tell an interesting story on pension scheme buy-ins; trustees have surplus on the brain; and does anyone understand IHT?   To listen to more episodes of HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HL PensionsPod, click here: HL PensionsPod: all episodes Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/ Authored by the Pensions team.
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  HL Pensions NewsBeat | Episode 59 25.03.2026 5min

  In this episode of HL Pensions NewsBeat, Hogan Lovells Pensions partner Claire Southern gives a recap of the last two weeks in the world of pensions. In this episode: the Pensions Minister continues to ring the bell for consolidation; an update from the FCA; good news from the PPF; the actuaries draw swords; Rachel Reeves has little to say; and buy-out beckons.   To listen to more episodes of HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   To listen to episodes of our other podcast series, HL PensionsPod, click here: HL PensionsPod: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/   Authored by the Pensions team.
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  HL PensionsPod | Episode 29 | Introduction to tokenisation 16.03.2026 8min

  In this episode of HL PensionsPod, Senior Associates Jade Rigby and Amol Chalisgaonkar explore tokenisation – a term that is cropping up more frequently in discussions with trustees and advisers. Put simply, tokenisation is the process of converting or representing ownership rights in real world assets into digital tokens, and it has the potential to offer numerous benefits within the pensions industry. To help listeners navigate this area, the discussion provides an introduction to the digital assets space and explains the key concepts, terminology and processes needed to understand and capitalise on this development.   To listen to more episodes of HL PensionsPod, click here:  HL PensionsPod: all episodes   To listen to more episodes of our other podcast series, HL Pensions NewsBeat, click here: HL Pensions NewsBeat: all episodes   Follow us on LinkedIn here: https://www.linkedin.com/showcase/101861071/feed/posts/