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SIPP providers unite against DWP pension levy plan
Written by Kat MitchellSIPP and SSAS provider professional body the Association of Member-Directed Pension Schemes has expressed “strong opposition” to the DWP's consultation on the general pension levy for pension schemes.
MPs launch inquiry into boosting financial education
Written by Kat MitchellThe House of Commons Education Committee has today launched an inquiry into ways to strengthen financial education in schools.
Platform net flows slump to record low in Q3
Written by Kat MitchellInvestment platforms saw their worst ever quarterly net flows in the third quarter - plummeting to just £2.3bn, according to investment research company Fundscape.
The FCA has secured a Restraint Order under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002 against collapsed Newcastle-based wealth manager WealthTek as a criminal and regulatory investigation continues.
Close to 7 in 10 (68%) of financial advice clients are over the age of 50, according to a new report.
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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has imposed restrictions on KBFS Financial Limited following concerns over its failure to pay redress to former members of the British Steel Pension Scheme.
68% of advisers willing to work with sub-£50k portfolios
Written by Kat MitchellTwo in three financial advisers (68%) are offering a proposition for investors with portfolios under £50,000, with a further 19% planning a similar move, according to a new report.
TIME Freehold is latest property fund to suspend trading
Written by Kat MitchellTIME has suspended trading in its TIME Freehold fund following the launch of a Government consultation into leasehold arrangements.
Wealth manager St James’s Place is reviewing the way one of its executive bonus schemes is awarded following criticism from some shareholders.