Cofunds is running a series of courses in pension consolidation across the UK to answer a growing demand from advisers keen to bolster their expertise.

Ascentric is expanding its business development team with the appointment of Scott Winters.

HSBC has linked exclusively with wrap platform Ascentric to offer an onshore investment bond, giving IFAs access to over 2,000 funds.

Towergate Financial is launching a new wealth platform, powered by Investment Funds Direct Ltd(IFDL), to help it meet RDR requirements.

Packaged investment solutions can help IFAs meet their RDR responsibilities. Here, Mark Parry, director of strategic distribution at F&C Investments, explains how.

High profile pension lawyer John Quarrell has lashed out at the financial regulators which shut down his company, accusing them of victimisation and underhanded behaviour.

A survey highlights the growing importance of corporate clients to the IFA industry.

Investors aged over 50 are positive about the future returns offered by the stock market, according to a survey by Fidelity International.

Pensions are being kicked around like a political football by the major parties, according to AWD Chase de Vere.

The Institute of Directors (IOD) has proposed a radical overhaul of the pension system, including a plan to increase the state retirement age to 70.