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Featured in this March 2026 issue:
  • UK DC Pension & Financial Wellbeing Survey
  • On the Horizon: Key developments likely to affect pension schemes
  • Article: A shifting risk landscape
  • Podcast: Desert Island Risks
  • Defined Benefit schemes in M&A transactions: What trustees need to know
  • Risk Settlement Bulletin
  • Aon Podcasts: Recent developments in Local Government Pension Scheme Governance
In 2026, we are delighted to be collaborating with British Heart Foundation to bring vital CPR training to our colleagues, clients and communities using British Heart Foundation’s RevivR tool. We will be hosting training opportunities at key events throughout the year, including “Airmic/Human Cap Conference/Pensions Conference”. Join us in learning CPR and make better decisions in a heart emergency. 
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UK DC Pension & Financial Wellbeing Survey
If you are involved in running a workplace DC pension plan – for example as a Pension Manager, HR, Finance or benefits professional, or pension trustee – your input will directly shape our 2026 findings.
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On the Horizon | Key developments likely to affect pension schemes
To help with planning, our On the Horizon summary provides a reminder of some of the legislative and regulatory developments expected over the coming year and a few key dates beyond that.
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A shifting risk landscape
Aon’s 2025/26 Global Pension Risk Survey showed that operational, governance and cyber risks have become key considerations for schemes, regardless of size or structure. Aon senior consultant, Brian Kinlan, examines the priorities for running a successful pension scheme.
Read the article
Desert Island Risks Podcast: Defined Contribution aspects of the UK results of Aon’s Global Pension Risk Survey 2025/26
John Harney is joined by Clare Freeman and Jenny Swift to discuss DC scheme risks, the member perspective and top tips for developing your DC strategy.
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Defined Benefit schemes in M&A transactions:
What trustees need to know
Evolving pensions regulation is making DB pension scheme surpluses easier to access, increasing their role as value drivers in M&A. Trustees must plan for how deals could affect the schemes long term strategy and be ready to engage informedly with bidders. 

In this short video, Aon wealth specialists Alice Wilmot and Matthew Richardson talk with Piers Johansen, Managing Director in Aon’s M&A and Transaction Solutions business about how potential DB surplus releases and other value creation strategies influence M&A transactions.
Watch the video
Risk Settlement Bulletin – Q1
Within this bulletin, the Aon Risk Settlement group have: 
  • Summarised the key trends from 2025, including the record number of individual transactions in any year
  • Considered how schemes can approach solutions for dealing with residual risks on buyout
  • Reflected on the latest insurance market updates, including December’s announcement of the sale of Utmost’s bulk annuity business
  • Provided our latest views on the current bulk annuity pricing available
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Aon Podcasts: Retirement market update Recent developments in Local Government Pension Scheme Governance
Louise Dale and Tim Lancaster are joined by Aon LGPS  specialist colleagues Daniel Kanaris and Laura Caudwell to explore the significant changes to Local Government Pension Scheme Governance recently announced and how administering authorities can best respond. 

You will also hear the key pension news from the last month summarised by Louise and Tim.
Listen here
Upcoming Events and Replays
Registration is now open for the 2026 Pension Conference Series.

The day promises a packed agenda of insights, expert-led sessions, and networking.  

Join us as we dive into the latest thinking on Investment Economics, DB Surplus Sharing, Artificial intelligence, and DC Retirement Income Solutions. Participate in lively roundtable discussions and gain fresh perspectives from Aon’s leading experts. The day also promises to feature sessions on CDC, Trustee Board Effectiveness, DC Defaults, and Portfolio Resilience—all culminating in a relaxed networking drinks reception.

Register here today.
In the Press
  • Aon advises on innovative £9.5 million transaction between Just and a Kier Group pension scheme
  • Aon reappointed to the LGPS framework for actuarial, benefits and governance consultancy services
  • Gemma Burrows joins UK Defined Contribution and Financial Wellbeing team at Aon
  • Inflation has 'clear but inconsistent' impact on all asset classes
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Pensions Training
Our brochure can be found here.
To register for our courses click for 2026.
All London courses will be held at The Aon Centre.
Virtual webinars are also scheduled.

Please contact us to discuss your training needs: pensionstraining.enquiries@aon.com
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