United Kingdom
Advice market on cusp of ‘significant’ platform switching
As 69% of firms consider parting ways with their provider over the next 12 months
‘Creaking’ power of attorney system needs ‘urgent improvement’
As very few Brits understand how it actually works
FCA slammed over handling of mini-bond compensation
Including criticism of its complaints scheme under which redress ‘will never be available’
Wealth manager buys IFA company for £3.6m
In a bid to reach target of £14bn AuM globally
UK financial advice company buys IFA firm
Combined business will have over £250m AuM with bases in Liverpool, Bolton, Lancaster and Watford