News & Insights

Keeping You Informed

Our News & Insights page is where we share the latest updates, trends, and expert perspectives from the pensions industry. Whether it’s changes in legislation, developments in actuarial science, or practical guidance for scheme trustees and members, this is your go-to source for clear, reliable information.

Our LAtest INsights

Our Insights

Apr 2026

Insight - Developments in occupational pensions

We are pleased to announce the publication of our Quarter 2 2026 Insights, bringing together key developments and commentary from the past quarter. This edition explores a wide range of topical issues, including: analysis from the Pensions Regulator on the evolution of occupational defined benefit schemes; key messages on Pensions Dashboards; guidance from PASA on digital administration; the impact of the Data Use and Access Act 2025 on pension schemes; de-risking journey management; and practical steps to strengthen trustee–administrator relationships. We also highlight key items for trustee agendas, alongside the latest industry news.

Our Insights

Apr 2026

Insight - Developments in occupational pensions

We are pleased to announce the publication of our Quarter 2 2026 Insights, bringing together key developments and commentary from the past quarter. This edition explores a wide range of topical issues, including: analysis from the Pensions Regulator on the evolution of occupational defined benefit schemes; key messages on Pensions Dashboards; guidance from PASA on digital administration; the impact of the Data Use and Access Act 2025 on pension schemes; de-risking journey management; and practical steps to strengthen trustee–administrator relationships. We also highlight key items for trustee agendas, alongside the latest industry news.

HPW’s Investment Market Review

Our Insights

Apr 2026

HPW’s Investment Market Review

Please find here HPW’s Investment Market Review of the first quarter of 2026.

HPW’s Investment Market Review

Our Insights

Apr 2026

HPW’s Investment Market Review

Please find here HPW’s Investment Market Review of the first quarter of 2026.

Our Insights

Jan 2026

Insight - Developments in occupational pensions

We are pleased to announce the publication of our Quarter 1 2026 Insights, bringing together key developments and commentary from the past quarter. This edition covers a wide range of topical issues, including the Autumn Budget and the cap on salary sacrifice, the Pension Schemes Bill, dashboards updates, new administration standards guidance and the latest DWP consultation on trustee standards and digital governance. You’ll also find insights on value for money proposals, data quality and market oversight, the growing role of AI in administration, key agenda items for trustees and broader industry news shaping the pensions landscape.

Our Insights

Jan 2026

Insight - Developments in occupational pensions

We are pleased to announce the publication of our Quarter 1 2026 Insights, bringing together key developments and commentary from the past quarter. This edition covers a wide range of topical issues, including the Autumn Budget and the cap on salary sacrifice, the Pension Schemes Bill, dashboards updates, new administration standards guidance and the latest DWP consultation on trustee standards and digital governance. You’ll also find insights on value for money proposals, data quality and market oversight, the growing role of AI in administration, key agenda items for trustees and broader industry news shaping the pensions landscape.

Our Insights

Apr 2026

Insight - Developments in occupational pensions

We are pleased to announce the publication of our Quarter 2 2026 Insights, bringing together key developments and commentary from the past quarter. This edition explores a wide range of topical issues, including: analysis from the Pensions Regulator on the evolution of occupational defined benefit schemes; key messages on Pensions Dashboards; guidance from PASA on digital administration; the impact of the Data Use and Access Act 2025 on pension schemes; de-risking journey management; and practical steps to strengthen trustee–administrator relationships. We also highlight key items for trustee agendas, alongside the latest industry news.

HPW’s Investment Market Review

Our Insights

Apr 2026

HPW’s Investment Market Review

Please find here HPW’s Investment Market Review of the first quarter of 2026.

HPW & industry News

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Business

Jun 2026

DWP publishes consultation on surplus regulations

The Department for Work and Pensions has published a consultation on draft regulations underpinning new defined benefit surplus flexibilities.

Business

Jun 2026

HPW Featured in the June Edition of Pensions Age

We are delighted to see two members of the Hughes Price Walker team featured in the June edition of PensionsAge.

Business

Jun 2026

Women in Pensions Awards

We are very proud that Giorgia Carpagnano from our consultancy team has been selected as a judge for the 2026 Women in Pensions Awards organised by Professional Pensions.

A red upwards arrow next to a brown bag with "surplus" written on it

Business

Jun 2026

DWP publishes consultation on surplus regulations

The Department for Work and Pensions has published a consultation on draft regulations underpinning new defined benefit surplus flexibilities.

Business

Jun 2026

HPW Featured in the June Edition of Pensions Age

We are delighted to see two members of the Hughes Price Walker team featured in the June edition of PensionsAge.

Business

Jun 2026

HPW Featured in the June Edition of Pensions Age

We are delighted to see two members of the Hughes Price Walker team featured in the June edition of PensionsAge.

Business

Jun 2026

Women in Pensions Awards

We are very proud that Giorgia Carpagnano from our consultancy team has been selected as a judge for the 2026 Women in Pensions Awards organised by Professional Pensions.

Charity Corner

Giving back to our community

Charity Corner is our way of giving back to the Bristol area that has supported us for so many years. We regularly partner with local charities, fundraising initiatives, and community projects, offering both financial contributions and hands-on support from our team.

Charity Corner

Charity

Jan 2026

A Countryside litter pick

One person’s rubbish can become someone else’s heaven

Cake sale week

Charity

Oct 2025

Cake sale week

A sweet success with donations doubled 🎂

Supporting families in need

Charity

Aug 2025

Supporting families in need

A visit to Baby Bank Network Bristol

Charity

Jan 2026

A Countryside litter pick

One person’s rubbish can become someone else’s heaven

Cake sale week

Charity

Oct 2025

Cake sale week

A sweet success with donations doubled 🎂

Charity

Jan 2026

A Countryside litter pick

One person’s rubbish can become someone else’s heaven

Cake sale week

Charity

Oct 2025

Cake sale week

A sweet success with donations doubled 🎂

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Interested in how we
can help you?

Our team is here to help with any questions you may have. Whether you need more information about our services, guidance on your pension scheme, or support with one of our tools, we’ll make sure you get the answers you need quickly and clearly.

Hughes Price Walker support team member using a headset while assisting clients at a computer.

Interested in how we
can help you?

Our team is here to help with any questions you may have. Whether you need more information about our services, guidance on your pension scheme, or support with one of our tools, we’ll make sure you get the answers you need quickly and clearly.

Hughes Price Walker support team member using a headset while assisting clients at a computer.

Interested in how we
can help you?

Our team is here to help with any questions you may have. Whether you need more information about our services, guidance on your pension scheme, or support with one of our tools, we’ll make sure you get the answers you need quickly and clearly.