Retirement

Britons' savings have nearly doubled in seven years to £876bn, according to research by Alliance & Leicester Savings.

Poor health is the main reason for people retiring, according to research by Skandia.

Women account for just 15% of SIPP sales, according to research by James Hay.

The Government should forbid annuities providers from only submitting their own quotations to existing clients, says retirement income specialist Living Time.

POOR health - not financial security - is the main trigger for retirement, according to research published by Skandia.

Friends Provident has added SIPP and income withdrawal options to its New Generation Group Personal Pension.

Christopher Read talks to L&C Pensions' director Nigel Sharp about the challenges faced by SIPP providers in complying with the latest principles based legislation

Devising the best investment strategy for clients is a complex process. James Davies looks at the decisions advisers will need to make

Asset allocation tools can play a major part in helping the adviser to run their business more efficiently. Alison Everett looks at how these tools have evolved

Non compliance with inheritance tax rules can result in hefty fines for the client. Geoffrey Shindler discusses the key documentation that needs to be completed