Retirement

Real rates of return of UK pension funds in 2007 fell to the lowest level for five years, according to a report by International Financial Services London (IFSL).

Almost 65% of advisers believe clients' pension contributions will increase over the next three years, according to a survey of 500 advisers by Skandia.

The final deadlines for implementation of TCF come into force this year. David Burrows looks at the current state of play and the practical implications for adviser businesses...

Wesleyan Assurance Society has brought to market a SIPP targeting its core clientele; doctors, dentists and lawyers.

The Prudential Retirement Income Panel has called for pension providers to improve their explanations of annuity options to clients to avoid heightened regulation.

James Purnell, the Secretary for Culture, Media and Sport, has replaced Peter Hain as Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, reports the BBC.

Peter Hain, Secretary of State for Work and Pensions, has resigned over his failure to declare £103,000 in party donations.

Axa and Winterthur Wealth Management have streamlined the businesses with three senior appointments.

The European Commission should create a single occupational pension market, the European Fund and Asset Management Association (EFAMA) says.

Setting up personal accounts has already cost the taxpayer more than £6m, says Pensions Minister Mike O'Brien.