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Just 17% of pension ‘dippers’ - savers who 'dipped' into their Defined Contribution (DC) scheme to release cash - used the government’s Pension Wise personal finance guidance service.

Friday, 04 August 2023 07:58

400,00 taxpayers hit by CGT - up 20%

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HMRC collected a record £16.7bn in capital gains tax in the 2021/22 tax year.

Thursday, 03 August 2023 11:06

Base rate rises 25 basis points to 5.25%

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The Bank of England today increased its base rate by 25 basis points to 5.25%, the highest level seen in 15 years.

Thursday, 03 August 2023 10:43

FCA halts work on simplified advice

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The Financial Conduct Authority has put plans to create a simplified advice regime on hold.

The Chartered Insurance Institute has launched a virtual work experience scheme for young people interested in the insurance and Financial Planning professions.