Ascot Lloyd expects to complete a further eight acquisitions before the end of the year it has been revealed.

Sanlam UK, part of global financial services group Sanlam Ltd, has announced a raft of eight new hires within its wealth planning team as the company continues to increase its UK-wide presence. 

Charity-minded staff at Stockport-based Chartered Financial Planners Prest got the mixing bowls out to organise a Great British Bake Off-inspired event in aid of a children’s charity.