United Kingdom
Entrepreneur client segment hits M&A peak
Entrepreneurs are consolidating their businesses at the fastest rate for six years.
Advisers working overtime to meet regulation requirements
Two out of five UK advisers are working longer hours in 2017 due to business growth, increased compliance and regulatory requirements, research from Prudential has found.
Best Practice | 27 Nov 17
Cisi threatens legal action against fraudulent advisers
Following a damning investigation by a consumer watchdog, the Chartered Institute for Securities and Investment (Cisi) has warned that UK advisers will face legal action if they fraudulently claim to hold a qualification from the organisation.
Best Practice | 27 Nov 17
Soap opera praised for investment fraud storyline
Anti-fraud campaigners have welcomed a story arc in the world’s longest-running drama series that highlights the dangers of investment fraud.
Best Practice | 24 Nov 17
UK investigates ‘defined ambition’ pension schemes
The UK Government is launching an inquiry into collective defined contribution pension schemes, also known as defined ambition, which are commonplace in the Netherlands, Canada and Denmark but not yet permitted in the UK.