New Developments for Pensions and End Games: Launch of Burges Salmon’s Journey Planning Tool

As the UK pensions sector continues to evolve, trustees and employers face a landscape shaped by regulatory reform, market innovation, and increasing complexity. On 12 November, we are hosting our in-person London event: Buy out and the Alternatives – Exploring the options from Insurance to Clara and Capital Backed Journeys, bringing together industry experts on pensions buy outs and emerging market alternatives, as well as our experience advising on an industry-first Clara transaction.

This year’s event is particularly timely, coinciding with the release of our new interactive Journey Planning for UK Pension Schemes Tool. Developed by our specialist team, the tool provides trustees and employers with a practical, user-friendly guide to navigating long-term journey planning, risk transfer, and end-game solutions. Whether targeting a traditional buy-in/buy-out, exploring capital-backed alternatives, or considering surplus management, the tool distils complex legal and commercial considerations into actionable insights. 

The Pension Schemes Bill as drafted presents a turning point for journey planning. Schemes now have access to a broader range of strategies, including superfunds and capital-backed plans, alongside traditional insurer-led approaches. The market’s appetite for innovation is also matched by regulatory scrutiny, with the Pensions Regulator emphasising robust governance and risk management as schemes approach their “end game”.

Our Buy our and the New Alternatives event will offer delegates the opportunity to engage with experts and gain practical guidance on the latest legislative and market trends. For trustees and sponsors seeking clarity and confidence in their scheme’s future, this is an essential date for the diary. In the meantime, we hope you enjoy using our Journey Planning for UK Pension Schemes Tool, which you can access by request here now.

If you have any questions about our tool, upcoming events or journey planning for your scheme, please do not hesitate to get in touch with your regular Burges Salmon contact or Clive Pugh at [email protected]. 

Written by Ben Jonsmyth and Clive Pugh