Tax & Regulation
Pensioners opt for financial advisers over Pension Wise
Consumers entering income drawdown are three times more likely to seek professional financial advice than they are to use the government’s free Pension Wise service, according to new research by AJ Bell.
Tax & Regulation | 16 Nov 17
Gina Miller on Mifid: If I can do it, why can’t you
There is “no excuse” for firms that fail to prepare for Mifid II before January, according to SCM Direct founders Alan and Gina Miller who have launched a “fully compliant” service of their own.
Isle of Man reveals key commission disclosure details
The Isle of Man Financial Services Authority has revealed how insurers headquartered on the island will have to provide clients with information about commission and fees from 1 January 2019.
Tighter offshore trust and tax regulation in budget says RSM
A potentially misconceived public perception of offshore trusts and tax law is putting pressure on chancellor Philip Hammond to further tighten regulations in the upcoming UK budget, according to experts from consulting firm RSM.
EU pledges action on ‘Paradise’ tax avoiders
Pressure on the EU to act on offshore tax havens increased this morning after MEPs queued up to severely criticise wealthy tax avoiders and their advisers.