Retirement
Retirement | 15 Dec 16
Providers voice concerns on limits to UK pension transfers
The UK government’s plans to tighten rules on transferring money out of pensions to tackle widespread fraud, has been described as “anti-consumer” by Rops provider Momentum Pensions, which warns the move will unfairly restrict transfers to overseas pensions.
JTC adds Rop scheme to Malta service range
Jersey-headquartered JTC has launched a recognised overseas pension scheme (Rops) aimed at supporting UK expatriates globally through its operation in Malta.
Optimus launches offshore pension fund for South Africans
Isle of Man-based pension provider Optimus has launched a new offshore retirement fund aimed at wealthy South Africans.
Gibraltar must ‘act fast’ to meet Rops reforms
Overseas pensions offered from Gibraltar are most at risk of losing their ‘recognised’ status when the UK brings in a new rule requiring such products to be regulated in the country where they are established.
Best Practice | 9 Dec 16
Six things the UK gov’t can do to deter pension scammers
The UK Government’s proposed ban on pensions cold-calling will deter scammers but must be just the start of a concerted effort to drive fraudsters out of the market, says AJ Bell.