ABI demands end to 'Govt-led distortions' to saving

clock

The Association of British Insurers (ABI) says total ISA limits should be increased, stamp duty on shares removed and UK corporate tax rates lowered in a bid to improve financial security and savings levels in the UK.

The proposals, which also include ensuring Personal Accounts do not undermine existing pension provision, form part of a raft of measures the ABI says the Government should implement in its next Pre-Budget Report (PBR). Its suggestions have been collated in a paper - 'Safeguarding the future: protecting consumers and promoting UK business' Reduced savings and increased debt, limited Government resources and coping with living longer post retirement are the issues the ABI says have sparked it into action. It says insurance “is a business” and “can only succeed if shareholders continue to ...

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

OpenAI is the 'biggest financial adviser in the world'

OpenAI is the 'biggest financial adviser in the world'

'The transformative power of generative AI is undeniable’

Sahar Nazir
clock 08 May 2024 • 1 min read
Women in Financial Advice Awards 2024: All the nominations!

Women in Financial Advice Awards 2024: All the nominations!

More than 1,500 nominations for 792 women from 337 companies

Professional Adviser
clock 08 May 2024 • 21 min read
WhatsApp for client communications gets tick of approval

WhatsApp for client communications gets tick of approval

'Easier to confirm meetings via WhatsApp than calling'

Sahar Nazir
clock 07 May 2024 • 1 min read