The FSA and HMRC must address widespread confusion over when VAT is applicable to advice-giving post-RDR, industry experts argue.

The FSA has banned a mortgage broker for "wide-ranging management and control problems" and breaching TCF rules.

Stadia Trustees has launched a SIPP with Ipswich Building Society, which will provide access to a wide range of investment vehicles.

Aberdeen Asset Management reported a drop in pre-tax profits for the year to the end of September of 82% to £10.5m, down from £60.5m the previous year.

Almost half (44%) of British adults believe none of the parties vying for votes in the next general election will resolve current pensions issues, research suggests.

HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) is extending the declaration deadline for taxpayers with offshore investments.

SERA, the Society of Equity Release Advisers, launches today.

London investors are still wary after last week's request by Dubai World for a six-month standstill on debt repayments raised concerns about possible default.

Economic confidence is increasing across Europe, except in Greece, Malta, Romania and the UK which all saw a drop in sentiment in November, according to research by the European Commission.

Consumer demand for advice on pensions and investments is up as people reassess their finances in the hope of an economic recovery, research by Unbiased.co.uk suggests.