United Kingdom
Concerns DIY retirement planning is on the rise
Only 32% of Brits accessing pension freedoms used an adviser
Pension tax issues to be tackled by HMRC-led industry group
Move follows guaranteed minimum pension equalisation for men and women
Pension scheme fraudster jailed for 40 months
Rise of sinister scams ‘is a serious stain on society and needs eradicating’
FCA under scrutiny over handling of failed firm
Investigation will also focus on the regulation on purchase of mini-bonds by retail investors
Advice firms get 5 days to tell FCA about inadequate PI cover
As ombudsman compensation limit more than doubles to £350,000 from 1 April 2019