Around 7000 holders of Standard Life unit-linked pension plans have received incorrect statements for the past seven years with one customer losing £30,000.

IFAonline is offering readers discounted places for The Protection Review Conference 2009.

Mark Jones, head of protection at Friends Provident, has added his name to a small list of influential industry experts hinting consumers were better off during the reign of the direct sales force.

Advisers left in the lurch by The Hartford's departure from the UK market should carry out a full review of their options for the £50m-£100m of clients' money slated to be placed with the US giant, urges Living Time.

The Institute of Financial Planning (IFP) has launched a four-day learning programme for advisers looking to become a Certified Financial Planner (CFP).

Henderson Global Investors has re-branded its retail business 'Henderson New Star', following its recent takeover of the former John Duffield-led manager.

High-profile managers are convinced the recent equity upturn indicates global markets are entering the next bull phase, dismissing fears the 2009 spike is simply a bear rally.

IFAs specialising in equity release should ensure they establish and maintain an online presence, according to the latest research from the Equity Release Solicitors' Alliance (ERSA).

The Traded Life Policy (TLP) market is set to benefit from a legislative change in Washington State requiring life insurance companies to inform policyholders they have an option of selling their policies rather then letting them lapse.

Midas Capital shares are soaring this morning as the boutique outlined further details of its debt restructure and management incentive plan.