'Written route map to give retiree guidance makes sense'

A pensions expert says it makes sense for retirees to be given a written 'route map' as the Government works out how it will provide its promised free, impartial guidance. Read more...

Budget 2014 panel reaction: Mike Morrison

Financial Planner's Budget 2014 Panel: Mike Morrison, AJ Bell's head of platform marketing. Read more...

Expert urges politicians to abandon short term pension fixes

On the eve of the Budget a leading pensions expert has urged politicians to abandon their short term pension policy fixes. Read more...

Technical Update: Capital Adequacy


The Financial Services Authority recently released its consultation paper on Sipps which may have major consequences for providers' capital adequacy requirements.
The minimum amount firms are required to hold would increase from £5,000 to £20,000 and could be even higher for firms which hold "risky" assets. Read more...