Over half of technical queries received by SIPP operator Curtis Banks over the past month have concerned the subject of death benefits.

The FCA has issued a warning over a New York-based advice firm, which, it says, is operating in the UK without authorisation.

Advisers need to urge clients to check if any Trusts they hold are registered or risk an unknown fine.

Advisers continue to seek returns from around the world, with figures from FundsNetwork revealing the global sector remained the most popular during July.