United Kingdom
United Kingdom | 12 Oct 15
Cable on Corbyn, Conservatives and the UK’s economic future
Sir Vince Cable, formerly secretary of state for Business, Innovation and Skills, is of the view that the election of Jeremy Corbyn to the head of the Labour Party makes it virtually unelectable, and will ultimately push the country to the right as the Conservatives strengthen their grip on power.
United Kingdom | 12 Oct 15
UK Gov’t kick-starts consultation into accessibility of advice
The Treasury and the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have jointly initiated a consultation to “radically improve” the access and affordability of financial advice in the UK, the first step in a major review of the industry.
One in three IFA owners to retire within 10 years
The wealth management M&A race is set to be ratcheted up a notch with more than a third of IFA owners planning to retire within 10 years.
ANALYSIS: Will Godfrey departure steady the Investment Association ship?
The fact that Daniel Godfrey felt he had to leave his CEO post sheds much light on what was behind the threats from Schroders and M&G Investments to leave, but also raises new questions.
Retirement | 7 Oct 15
Challenges facing IFAs in the changing world of retirees
From managing money to managing families, Graham Bentley, on behalf of Marlborough International Management, shares his views on the best practice for IFAs.