Australia is the best prepared World Cup qualifying country when it comes to retirement planning with England in third place, according to analysis carried out by Scottish Widows of the 32 countries taking part in this year’s World Cup.

The managing director of a Norfolk-based financial advisory has taken time out to be a volunteer at the Commonwealth Games on the Gold Coast, in Australia.

The High Court today ordered the repayment of nearly £17m invested in four Unauthorised Collective Investment Schemes following legal action from the FCA.

The term Financial Planner has been enshrined in law in Australia, cementing it a recognised profession.