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Standard Life calls for 33% flat-rate pensions incentive

Standard Life is urging the Government to introduce an incentive-led pensions regime rather than one based on the current system of tax relief.

BW warns of dangers of pension tax relief overhaul

Overhauling the system of pension taxation “risks destroying the foundation of a system that works,” warns Barnett Waddingham

5m join auto-enrol schemes with advisers set to help growth

As auto-enrolment reaches its third anniversary, NEST has reported that there are now over 5 million workers enrolled and up to a further 5 million workers set to be enrolled.

FCA to revamp pension rules to boost consumer protection

The FCA is to review its pension rules post the pension reforms to address the, “risks and challenges faced by consumers in the new retirement market.”

CISI and IFP sign contracts as merger moves ahead

The Chartered Institute for Securities & Investment (CISI) and the Institute of Financial Planning have signed and exchanged contracts confirming that the merger of the two institutes will go ahead as planned.

Growth expected in post-retirement advice due to pension reforms

The pension reforms and the rise in life expectancy are fuelling demand for financial advice during retirement, according to research among financial advisers.