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Fifth of UK workers still unaware of auto-enrolment
Written by Kat MitchellFigures from the Office of National Statistics showed that 19% of UK workers are unaware of auto-enrolment into a workplace pension scheme.
UK savers put £11.2bn into retail funds in the second quarter of 2020 according to the latest figures from the Investment Association.
Pandemic teaches importance of savings – report
Written by Kat MitchellOver three quarters of UK adults (77.5%) said that the recent Coronavirus pandemic made them realise the importance of having savings to fall back on, according to a recent survey.
Fund raising launched in memory of Curtis Banks' Greg Kingston
Written by KevinA fund raising page has been set up in memory of Curtis Banks communications director Greg Kingston who died tragically in July at the age of 47 in a holiday road accident.
Aviva H1 profit drops by a third as new CEO promises action
Written by Kat MitchellPre-tax profit at Aviva dropped 29% year on year to £1.07bn for the first half of 2020, as the provider pledged to transform their performance and improve efficiency.
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The Bank of England said it expects the economy to shrink by 9.5% in 2020, lower than the initial estimate of 14%.
FNZ-GBST merger blocked following CMA investigation
Written by KevinThe Competition and Markets Authority has provisionally blocked the ‘mega-merger’ of platform providers FNZ and GBST due to concerns that the tie-up would hit competition and may lead to investors paying more.
Fairstone acquires Berkshire IFA - with more deals on way
Written by KevinExpanding Chartered Financial Planning firm Fairstone has acquired Berkshire-based financial adviser Chiltern House as it continues its 2020 growth plans.
Close Brothers Asset Management has opened a new office in Chester to expand its services to local HNW clients and provide more space for its Financial Planners, investment managers and support staff.