An execution-only investment platform launched a year ago by Surrey-based IFA Informed Choice has closed to new business after its pricing terms became uncompetitive.

The Bank of England (BoE) and Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have appointed Antony Townsend as Complaints Commissioner, replacing Sir Anthony Holland whose term of office ends this month after almost a decade.

Annuity provider Just Retirement has launched a one-year version of its fixed-term annuity in response to the far-reaching changes affecting drawdown announced at last month's Budget.

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How the industry distinguishes between 'advice' and 'guidance' is at odds with how the public perceives financial services, argues Personal Finance Society (PFS) chief executive Keith Richards.

Tax relief on pensions should be replaced by a Treasury contribution of 50p per £1 saved, argues a radical report by Michael Johnson for influential think tank the Centre for Policy Studies (CPS).

Organisers of the Aberdeen UK Platform Awards have set a date for this year's ceremony, and will soon be inviting firms to enter the adviser categories.

The Personal Finance Society (PFS) has outlined a proposal for a flat fee model which would help regulated advisers deliver pensions advice to a larger audience, following the unexpected changes announced at Budget 2014.

Most people think savers will find it difficult to resist the urge to spend money earmarked for living costs in retirement when they are allowed to take pension pots as cash, research suggests.

Retirees receiving financial 'guidance' via the government's 'right-to-advice' promise outlined at Budget 2014 will also be told how long they are likely to live to help inform their decision about what to do with their retirement savings, Steve Webb...