Pension reform offers huge opportunity for advisers - PADA

clock

Nine out of ten UK companies intend to seek professional advice on the impact of pension reform, according to the Personal Accounts Delivery Authority (PADA).

PADA, which is tasked with setting up the National Employment Savings Trust (NEST), says it latest research shows advisers will play a pivotal role in successful implementation of the reforms. While the bulk of smaller firms say they will seek advice from their accountant, more than half of medium and large-sized firms expect to seek help from a financial adviser. PADA spoke to more than 3,000 UK firms, employing between two and 10,000 employees. Roy Porter, head of intermediary distribution at NEST, says: "As our research shows, accountants and other intermediaries will have an ex...

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 Pensions

Why the real problems of the pensions dashboard are yet to start

Why the real problems of the pensions dashboard are yet to start

'Its aims seem not only less relevant but potentially problematic'

James Floyd
clock 23 June 2025 • 5 min read
Turning data into dialogue: Helping clients visualise retirement realities

Turning data into dialogue: Helping clients visualise retirement realities

'Data is more than just a collection of figures, it's a powerful tool for engagement'

Joshua Croft
clock 20 June 2025 • 3 min read
Average pension transfer took just 11 days at tax year-end

Average pension transfer took just 11 days at tax year-end

Origo says transfer times decreased around tax year-end with half taking seven days or less

Jasmine Urquhart
clock 17 June 2025 • 2 min read