The changing face 
of retirement

clock

Bluefin's Robin Hames 
explains the demographic 
and legislative changes set to transform how you advise your clients.

Whatever your political persuasion, it must be said that in the field of legislation impacting on retirement decisions, the coalition government has already demonstrated both its radicalism and urgency. Choice is always a double-edged sword; the combination of increased complexity and the prevailing economic conditions add up to challenging times for those approaching retirement. More so than ever, clients need high quality advice and a long-term relationship with their advisers. The face of retirement is changing. The baby boomers are rapidly approaching retirement. In the UK we a...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

Fairstone revenue rises 21% as firm targets £40bn in assets by 2030

Fairstone revenue rises 21% as firm targets £40bn in assets by 2030

Group reaches 100th DBO deal and expands digital advice service Mineral

Sahar Nazir
clock 14 October 2025 • 1 min read
Investing in adviser qualifications 'a win-win' for firms and clients

Investing in adviser qualifications 'a win-win' for firms and clients

Upskilling existing advisers can cut turnover and help attract business, Continuum says

Sahar Nazir
clock 14 October 2025 • 2 min read
Startup Clove eyes launch in bid to 'lower the advice threshold to £10k'

Startup Clove eyes launch in bid to 'lower the advice threshold to £10k'

To start with five to ten advisers with plans to scale rapidly, CEO says

Sahar Nazir
clock 14 October 2025 • 3 min read