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A jury at Southwark Crown Court has today found guilty David Ames, 70, one of the key figures behind the extensive £226m Harlequin fraud which conned many pension investors.
Pension regulator steps up scam fighting efforts
Written by Kat MitchellThe Pensions Regulator (TPR) has launched a new three-pronged scam prevention strategy as concerns over rising vulnerability amongst pension savers continue to rise.
FCA to tighten appointed rep rules this year
Written by Kat MitchellThe Financial Conduct Authority is to implement new rules to make authorised firms more responsible for their appointed representatives (ARs) from December.
At-retirement IFA My Pension Expert (MPE) has received FCA approval to accept a “significant investment” from Palatine Private Equity to fund its expansion plans.
Advisers urge removal of ‘emergency’ drawdown tax
Written by Kat MitchellAlmost 50 financial advisers have said that removing emergency tax on income drawdown payments would top their wish list for simplifying pension planning.
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Fund manager and wealth manager M&G is to acquire the national IFA firm Continuum (Financial Services) for an undisclosed sum.
Private Equity firm PCP takes majority stake in Saltus
Written by Kat MitchellPrivate equity firm Preservation Capital Partners (PCP) is to take a majority stake in wealth manager and Financial Planning firm Saltus for an undisclosed sum.
FCA recruiting for 100 roles for new Leeds office
Written by Kat MitchellThe Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is recruiting to fill over 100 new roles based in Leeds.
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has warned that its proposed redress scheme for the British Steel Pension Scheme (BSPS) scandal could see advice firms pay over £140m in compensation.