Retirement

In this week's quick fire RP poll we asked: Do you agree with Steve Webb's proposal that those who have purchased annuities should have the opportunity to unwind them for a capital sum?

Equity release is growing strongly and Bower Retirement Services is looking to recruit more advisers. Helen Morrissey talks to new chairperson Andrea Rozario about her new role and the outlook for equity release.

Income drawdown looks set to grow rapidly as a result of Budget freedoms. Jenna Towler takes a look at the issues for those navigating this area without an adviser.

A quirk in A-Day tax rules means registered group life benefits count towards the lifetime allowance (LTA). Jonathan Stapleton looks at the problems this poses as the LTA falls

Do advisers think the industry will be ready in time to deal with incoming Budget flexibilities? Helen Morrissey finds out in the latest Retirement Planner Inquiry.

Helen Morrissey talks to a panel of experts about the factors that prevent self-employed people from accessing financial advice

Austin Broad goes through the issues advisers and their clients need to think about when navigating the SIPP market.

Short service refunds are to be banned from April 2015, the government has confirmed.

With just months to go before the general election pensions minister Steve Webb shows no sign of slowing down. Helen Morrissey spoke to him about his plans for the future.

The outcome of the next general election looks way too close to call and speculation is mounting about how long Steve Webb will remain as pensions minister.