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Conflict of interest judgment could have lasting implications for professional deputies
The long-awaited ruling by the Senior Judge of the Court of Protection around the appointment of in-house investment managers to act on…
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How to make the most of the big gilt revival
Laith Khalaf, head of investment analysis at AJ Bell, comments: “In the middle of a bull market in stocks, gilts are back…
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Pension dashboard operators combine for new industry collaboration
Four potential operators of pensions dashboards (Just Group, Legal & General, Moneyhub and Standard Life, part of Phoenix Group) are coming together to instigate…
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No change in interest rates disappoints mortgage market: mortgage & property experts share reaction
With the news that the Bank of England has kept UK interest rates at 5.25% – the highest level for 16 years…
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No surprises as BoE keeps UK interest rates on hold: reaction from across financial services
With UK inflation data yesterday revealing a better than expected figure of 3.4% to the end of February, its lowest level for…
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DWP failed to adequately communicate changes to Women’s State Pension age: Ombudsman issues critical report into WASPI situation: reaction from the industry
A comprehensive investigation by the Parliamentary and Health Service Ombudsman has found that thousands of women may have been affected by DWP’s…
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Rise in IHT receipts highlights importance of estate planning
Today’s tax receipt data shows that estate planning is more important than ever, according to national financial advice firm Continuum. The latest…
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Wealth is not an insulator against vulnerability says Comentis’ Barrett
An important reminder for advisers from Jonathan Barrett, CEO, Comentis, of the need to ensure processes not only serve clients well but…
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UK housing sector at risk of losing out on £31 billion of private investment as companies look abroad to markets which are more supportive of their sustainability goals
The UK Sustainable Investment and Finance Association (UKSIF), which brings together 300+ members managing over £19 trillion in global assets under management…
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New research exposes financial wellbeing gender gap within the workplace
New research from Close Brothers’ Workplace Financial Wellbeing Services digs into the financial wellbeing of the UK’s workforce, revealing that the financial…
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