17th February 2025 Nucleus launches new pension tools for advisers The tools are designed to free up advisers’ time by making pension calculations easier.
11th February 2025 One in 10 high net worth individuals cutting pension contributions Nine in 10 HNWIs say the current higher interest rate environment has impacted their lifestyle and financial planning.
30th January 2025 MPs vote to compensate WASPI women The government announced that there will be no financial compensation for WASPI women, despite a report recommending compensation of up to £2,950 for each woman affected.
22nd January 2025 HMRC to overhaul system which has over-taxed pensioners £1.3 billion Former pensions minister Steve Webb says the news is "victory in 10 year campaign to end scandal of over-taxed pensions”.
21st January 2025 New pensions minister maintains automatic enrolment thresholds Bell has completed this year’s annual statutory review of automatic enrolment thresholds.
21st January 2025 New solution launches to help advisers evidence retirement income... The FCA's thematic review requires advisers to improve standards to demonstrate suitability of retirement income recommendations.
15th January 2025 21% accessing pensions at 55 but a quarter don't seek advice While two-thirds take 25% or less of their pension to stay within the tax-free allowance, 10% withdraw their entire pot.
10th January 2025 How will bond market turmoil impact mortgages, pensions and... 30-year gilts yields are at their highest level since 1998.
17th December 2024 No financial compensation for WASPI women, government announces The government has decided against introducing a financial compensation scheme for those affected by the delayed state pension age letters.
17th December 2024 FCA bans and fines duo more than £670,000 for 'flawed advice model' 92% of clients were advised to transfer out of their defined benefit pension schemes, resulting in over £126m of funds being transferred.