The IFP conference officially opened today with an ambitious and forward-looking keynote speech from Marlene Shalton FIFP CFP^CM, President of the IFP.

IFP chief executive Nick Cann has told a press conference at the IFP Annnual Conference of his ambitious aims to more than double the membership of the organisation.

The UK Platform Group has joined the Tax Incentivised Savings Association ‘Contract Club’ to support platform re-registration.

Growth in the financial services sector is expected to slow even further in the fourth quarter.

Morningstar is proposing to launch a new Global Analyst  Ratings system later this year to replace its current global rating brand.

Financial Planner Magazine has extended its Reader Survey to 10 October to give delegates attending this year's IFP Conference a chance to take part and potentially win one of two £50 Amazon vouchers in our Free Prize Draw. To take part just click on the link at the bottom of this article.

Financial advisers are less confident in the economy than they were in the first half of 2011, according to Skandia.

Financial advisers have the opportunity to gain tips on making the transition to fees from Cofunds and tax experts Grant Thornton.

The Institute of Financial Planning has produced a programme on its IFPTV channel about the highlights of the IFP conference.

An independent survey has rated the different wrap and platform providers in over 150 different areas.