Pension risk - an independent trustee’s view on TKU. Presented by Mike Edis & Peter Askins of ITS Limited
The presentation will flag some of the risks associated with poor Trustee Knowledge and Understanding,and stress the importance TKU has in the operation of the trustee board and in the key investment decisions made by trustees. Drawing on Peter Askins’ extensive experience in the DWP, we will then look at some aspects of the Pensions Regulator’s focus on managing risk in pension schemes

Pension scheme regulation. Presented by John Reeve of Premier Pensions Management
The Regulator is taking an increasing interest in the administration of pension schemes. Most recently he has issued a consultation document about Record Keeping. The presentation will examine the effect of the Regulator’s interest and what this will mean to schemes and to Trustees.

Pension schemes’ perception of longevity risk. Presented by Natalie Winterof Aberdeen Asset Management
The presentation looks at research from 76 pension schemes worth a total of £180bn of assets. The research was sponsored by Aberdeen Asset Management and conducted by the University of Edinburgh Business School. It analyses pension schemes’ attitude to longevity risk and both awareness of and appetite for available solutions.

Planning the end game. Presented by Rob Harper of Hymans Robertson
This session will compare and contrast three options to the million dollar “Pensions Blackjack” question that is hitting all the headlines - “What is the next move for your pensions scheme?” Will you:
- Stick with your pensions scheme’s current ongoing strategy;
- Twist your pension scheme’s investment strategy to reduce risk; or
- Buy-out with an insurer?

Bulk annuity buy-outs. Presented by Emma Watkins of MetLife Assurance
Recent press coverage on bulk annuity buy-outs and the increasing number of schemes going through this process highlights the increasing occurence of this as a viable option for pension schemes. What options are available to trustees from buy-in to buy-out and what may help by way of preparation before such a transaction is embarked upon?

Pensions litigation - some cases. Presented by Mark Grant of CMS Cameron McKenna
A summary of some common danger areas resulting in pensions litigation and a review of a selection of topical Pensions Ombudsman and court cases.

Minimising risk: the role of pension scheme insurance. Presented by Jonathan Bull of OPDU
What it covers. What to look for in the buying decision. Claim examples.