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Government rejects call for pension tax relief review
Written by Kat MitchellThe UK Government has rejected calls for a review of the impact of pensions tax relief.
More pensions fully withdrawn but advised drawdown falls
Written by Kat MitchellThe number of pensions being fully withdrawn has risen 5.1% in 2019/20 but the number of people taking regulated advice when entering drawdown has fallen by 10% in the first half of the year, according to the FCA’s Retirement Income Market data bulletin.
Investment chief leaves platform after 14 years at Parmenion
Written by Kat MitchellInvestment platform Parmenion has said goodbye to its chief investment strategist, Simon Brett, who has retired after 14 years with the firm.
FCA attacks search engines in annual perimeter report
Written by Kat MitchellThe FCA has said big tech firms like Google can do more to protect consumers in areas on the edge of the FCA's regulatory perimeter in its second annual perimeter report.
Financial advice linked to wellbeing – report
Written by Kat MitchellThose who have taken financial advice are more likely to enjoy life because of the way they are managing their money (34%) compared to those that have not taken advice (24%), according to a new report.
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Perspective appoints group acquisitions director
Written by Kat MitchellFast-growing Financial Planner Perspective Financial Group has appointed Sam Smith as its group acquisitions director as it looks to finalise more deals.
Fund manager pleads not guilty to indecent assault
Written by Kat MitchellCrispin Odey, founding partner of Odey Asset Management, has pleaded not guilty to indecent assault at Westminster Magistrates Court.
Financial Planning Week is to run online and on social media 5-11 October to help promote consumer awareness and understanding of how Financial Planning can help consumers.
The insurance and long-term savings sector has hit its target of raising £100m for charity through the Covid-19 Support Fund.