Europe
No-deal Brexit could make 38 million pension payments illegal
The head of the Association of British Insurers has warned that 38 million individuals living in the EU could have their UK pension and life policy payments deemed “illegal” if no Brexit deal is reached.
Gina Miller takes action against FCA over Mifid II silence
The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority has been taken to task for a lack of transparency over its enforcement of Mifid II rules around costs and charges by Gina Miller, co-founder of wealth management firm SCM Direct.
Best Practice | 23 Jul 18
Top tips for retiring to Portugal
What are the big questions that need to be answered before people retire to Portugal? Blevins Franks’ business development director Jason Porter offers a case study highlighting key questions to consider.
British expats risk tax ‘snarl up’ – Holborn
The UK taxman is targeting British expats and contractors are most at risk, advice firm Holborn Assets has warned clients.
Commodities | 20 Jul 18
Failed Columna fund targeted by financial investigator
Switzerland-based financial investigator David Mapley has launched a campaign to seek the return of $400,000 (£307,092, €343,963) for a client who invested in the failed Columna Commodities fund.