Peter Lawrence spent 30 years in IT, but last year launched his own IFA firm. At a time when there is an apparent exodus of advisers, this is a move that goes against the grain.

Julian Chillingworth, CIO of Rathbone Unit Trust Management, warns against a short-termist attitude in the current climate.

"Everything in moderation…" Fergus Bescoby takes a look at the use of alcohol and recreational drugs in insurer's terms

The Retail Distribution Review has set the clock ticking for those giving regulated advice and sales guidance on retail products, says Matt Smith

Rhys (52) has just taken early retirement due to stress and serious heart problems which resulted in surgery. He and his family were previously covered under his company's PMI plan, and now he wants to provide this cover for his wife (Heather, 48) and...

The market for over 50s life cover plans is set to grow and, says James Eaglen, the products are already in the market

In an effort to increase consumer confidence and engagement in the industry the concept of a protection product quality mark has been suggested. Would you broadly support this idea, and what issues would it raise?

Taking on International PMI business can stave off competition from other market sectors and be a profitable addition to a business' line up, says Andrew Apps

Recent moves on bribery and corruption are signs of a new approach to the issue by the FSA and SFO that will affect brokerages. Richard Burger explains

The politics of long-term care funding has become very contentious in the run up to the election and the debate has moved from a relatively rational debate on options for the future to emotive political point scoring.