In this special edition of a Scottish Widows podcast, host Robert Cochran, innovation & engagement specialist is joined by Scottish Widows CEO Chira Barua for a fast-paced, insightful and often surprising conversation...
Geopolitical tensions have dominated headlines in early 2026, from US-Europe tariff threats to developments involving Iran, Venezuela and the Arctic region. Against such a backdrop, it’s natural to question whether this year’s...
Matt Brennan, head of asset allocation at Scottish Widows, considers some of the broad opportunities and challenges that could potentially impact investment markets in 2026. Global markets have entered 2026 against a...
AI is rapidly becoming a key influence on how people make financial decisions. With ChatGPT now one of the world’s most‑visited websites, many employees are already using generative AI to research pension...
The chancellor’s announcement of a proposed £2,000 National Insurance restriction on salary sacrifice (or salary exchange as it’s sometimes known) in November’s Budget has raised numerous questions across the financial services industry...
The outcomes of the global climate conference, known as COPs, send the policy signals that shape investment risks and opportunities. A clear signal helps create a more certain and stable policy environment...
Aside from my day job supporting workplace pension clients and members I am driven to support women’s financial empowerment and doing what I can to help effect change. Whether it’s leading our...
When Pension Engagement Season launched with the ‘Pay Your Pension Some Attention’ campaign, fronted by actor Ross Kemp, it generated more positive media coverage around pensions than I’ve seen in some time....
Defined Benefit (DB) pension scheme funding levels are at record highs, with three in four schemes now in surplus. Deficit payments have dropped by over £10 billion annually, and the collective deficit...
Jill Henderson, head of strategic workplace relationships, Scottish Widows With over 1,400 delegates from across the pensions industry, a diverse line-up of expert speakers, and appearances from current and former Government ministers,...
