Regions
European Court throws out EEA action group claim against UK Gov’t
A group of investors into a troubled life settlements fund has had its claim against the FCA and the UK Government rejected by the European Court of Human Rights.
United Kingdom | 24 Jul 15
Old Mutual Int’l launches trust tool to support advisers
Old Mutual International has launched a new online service with the aim of boosting its trust proposition by pointing advisers towards the most suitable trust for their customer’s circumstances.
Tax & Regulation | 23 Jul 15
Crown Dependency disclosure facilities ‘surprisingly’ underused
Crown Dependency disclosure facilities set up to offer individuals the opportunity to disclose any overdue payments or irregularities have yielded “surprisingly” low returns for HMRC, according to Pinsent Masons.
Lloyds shareholders launch court battle over HBOS takeover
Thousands of Lloyds Bank shareholders, including various large investment funds domiciled in the UK, Europe, the US, Canada and Asia, have kick-started a legal battle after it was alleged the bank’s takeover of HBOS was a bad deal for investors.
Trustees demand and deserve sophisticated portfolio solutions: Standard Life Wealth
‘Investment solutions for trustees’ was the topic behind a debate between Jersey-based trustees, Standard Life Wealth’s investment experts and Enhance’s MD Barry Hardisty. All hosted by International Adviser…