London's markets were dragged down by falling mining shares, which failed to lift as the day wore on. Shortly before 4pm, the FTSE100 had dropped 186.83 points, or 2.54% to 4,101.72.

The vast majority of IFAs believe new retirement solutions are needed to meet their clients' changing needs, according to a survey by Aegon.

Abbey International has not reduced rates on its Monthly Offshore Saver account, following the recent 1.5% cut in the sterling base rate.

Standard Life has expanded its helpline service to offer advisers assistance on offshore investments from its Technical Team.

An overwhelming majority of Lloyds TSB shareholders today voted in favour of the bank's proposed merger with Halifax Bank of Scotland (HBOS).

The European Union has warned pension regulators to operate a flexible approach to schemes that need to build up assets to meet future commitments.

The Financial Services Skills Council (FSSC) has launched a portfolio of Training and Competence (T&C) resources for financial services employers.

A business protection tool designed to assist advisers new to the market has been launched by Zurich.

The FSA has banned father and son insurance directors Roger and Daniel Muse following failures to comply with its client money rules.

The Hong Kong Securities Institute (HKSI) has joined forces with the UK's Securities & Investment Institute (SII) to promote the SII Investment Administration Qualification (IAQ) to professionals in the Hong Kong and international investment industry....