The financial damage caused by the Coronavirus pandemic is boosting demand for financial advice - with many consumers wanting face to face advice, according to research from adviser network Openwork.

New research has revealed that professional financial advice boosts consumers’ emotional wellbeing – especially in times of crisis - and ongoing relationships with advisers provide the most benefit.

The Coronavirus pandemic is encouraging more under-55s to seek financial advice.

Nearly half of financial advisers have reported losing a female client after their partner has died.