Steven Cameron, Pensions Director at Aegon, has commented on today’s emergency budget. “The government’s decision to cut the basic rate of income tax from 20% to 19% from April 2023, a year earlier than planned, will mean millions can keep more of what they earn....
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Foster Denovo research highlights 60% of investors are not aware of ESG
Six in ten (60%) investors are not aware of ESG investing. 63% of investors have changed their minds over the past three years about the importance of the environment. Over two-thirds (68%) of non-ESG investors would be willing to consider investing sustainably. Half...
One Four Nine Group expands into Scotland, continuing comprehensive UK growth plans
The nationwide independent financial advice and fund management firm One Four Nine has completed its fourth acquisition with the purchase of Glasgow-based APC Financial Solutions & Consultancy Services. The move expands the Group’s footprint into Scotland,...
Landmark ruling states the government’s ‘net-zero’ strategy is unlawful
Commentary from Ben Standing, partner at Browne Jacobson Yesterday, the High Court declared that the government’s Net Zero Strategy is unlawful, as it doesn’t explain how the targets will be met. The decision follows similar decisions in other countries and reflects a...
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Transition Plan Taskforce launches consultation on private sector climate transition plans
UK Government-mandated taskforce will tackle greenwashing and support UK firms in establishing climate transition plans.Today, the...
Seneca continues to deliver cash realisations to EIS investors
Seneca Partners (“Seneca”), the specialist SME investment business based in the North West, has announced a further £24 million cash...
Queen’s Speech: Avoiding the future cost of living (in retirement) crisis
Jamie Jenkins, director of policy and external affairs at Royal London, said: “As anticipated, there was little in the way of pensions...
Bowmore Wealth Group looking to grow through acquisitions as it targets £1bn in AUM by 2025
Bowmore restarts acquisitions after putting due diligence on hold during the pandemicBowmore’s investment management arm, Bowmore Asset...
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek: Vanguard shines spotlight on importance of Mental Health Awareness
This article is featured as part of our week-long series looking at awareness and practical advice to support the Mental Health of those...
Protection guru launches new service to enable unparalleled comparison of price and quality for full range of term life and income protection cover
Protection Guru Pro provides analysis for income protection, critical illness, mortgage protection and other types of term...
Aegon welcomes Financial Services Bill in Queen’s Speech as enabler for greater customer support
Comment from Steven Cameron, Pensions Director at Aegon, said: “The inclusion of the Financial Services Bill, coupled with the Brexit...
Queen’s Speech press comment: Online Safety Bill must clamp down on harmful content to end fraud epidemic
Comment from Matt Burton, chief risk officer at Quilter “Having been introduced last year to protect people from online fraudulent...
Helpful tips from Reynolds Busby Lee’s Elaine Lee on how to identify vulnerable customers
Elaine Lee, Managing Director and Co-founder of Reynolds Busby Lee, talks to Rebecca Tomes about her important work on how businesses can...
Oxford University & Bank of America to tackle climate change and transform sustainability in financial services
Oxford’s Smith School of Enterprise and the Environment announces Public and Private Sector Collaboration with Bank of America to Tackle...
#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek: OSB Group steps up staff support with mental health first aiders
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#MentalHealthAwarenessWeek: Why mental health is wealth — hugely insightful reflections from First Wealth’s Kerry Burgess
This article is featured as part of our week-long series looking at awareness and practical advice to support the Mental Health of those...
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