Adviser firm consolidator Attivo Group has acquired Reading-based IFA Sanderson Financial Consulting for an undisclosed sum - the first of what it hopes will be 12 purchases in 2015.

Network Intrinsic is launching a practice buyout scheme for its appointed representatives (ARs), with parent Old Mutual Wealth offering financial backing at preferential rates to facilitate deals.

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Proposals to let defined benefit (DB) members with small pots transfer out without taking advice are supported by the industry, according to research carried out by Professional Adviser sister title, Professional Pensions.

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Almary Green's Carl Lamb and Combined Financial Strategies' Jonothan McColgan were celebrating double successes at the Unbiased Media Awards 2015, which were held in London on 4 February.

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