The Financial Conduct Authority is changing its enforcement approach as it aims to act faster and with more transparency.

There was a record high in demand for annuities among advisers in the first half of the year, according to figures published today by pensions technology provider iPipeline.

Nearly half (49%) of workers aged 50 or older want to phase into retirement (32%) or have already done so (17%), according to a new survey.

Financial Planner and SIPP adviser Brooks Macdonald has acquired Norwich-based Lucas Fettes Financial Planning for an undisclosed amount.

Latest figures from HMRC reveal that the total government tax 'take' jumped £8.9bn year on year in the latest five month period.