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Podcast #136: Succession planning for business owners under the new IHT rules, with Bishop Fleming’s Peter Ball
In this week’s episode of IFA Talk, we dive into the world of taxes, following changes to IHT rules. Recent changes and…
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The Exeter announces agreement with iGPR to streamline requests for medical information
UK health and life insurer, The Exeter, has announced a new agreement with iGPR, the market-leading provider of redactio…
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Freedom Health Insurance launches Freedom 360: a powerful new health and wellbeing toolkit tailored for group clients
Launching on 1st October 2025, Freedom Health Insurance is proud to announce Freedom 360, a comprehensive health and wel…
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UK state pension age review launched amid rising demographic pressures
Dr Suzy Morrissey today announced she has been appointed by the Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) Secretary of Stat…
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State Pension could rise by £550+ thanks to Triple Lock as earnings growth outpaces inflation
New analysis from leading independent financial services consultancy Broadstone suggests the State Pension is set for an…
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UK CPI preview: inflation, rate cuts, and the pound’s path forward
Written by Daniela Sabin Hathorn, senior market analyst at Capital.com The UK Consumer Price Index (CPI) will be release…
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Inflation hits 3.8%: industry experts share their insights
The latest inflation data shows the Consumer Prices Index (CPI) has risen to 3.8% in July, up from 3.6% in June, marking…
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Bank of England faces policy pivot
Written by Mark Michaelides, chief commercial officer of lender Molo While the Bank of England’s Monetary Policy Commit…
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Aviva launches new guaranteed fixed term annuity to meet evolving retirement needs
Aviva has today announced the launch of its Guaranteed Fixed Term Income Plan, a new addition to its retirement income p…
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Industry experts react to HMRC’s latest IHT figures
This morning’s HMRC update reveals a notable rise in Inheritance Tax (IHT) receipts, which reached £3.1 billion during t…
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A year in review; Comentis’ Richard Farr looks at financial vulnerability in 2024 and takes a look ahead to 2025
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The FCA’s 5-year strategy: tackling financial crime and building consumer trust. Analysis from Shoosmith’s Vipond
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AI, secondary markets, personalisation: Wealthblock’s Jeong highlights 3 key trends for investment firms in 2025
In the following analysis, as well as three promising trends he sees shaping up for 2025 – AI, secondary market growth and…
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FCA consults on new private stock market – PISCES
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