Economic secretary to speak at APFA annual dinner

Dinner takes place in London on 22 November

Tom Ellis
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Economic secretary to the Treasury Simon Kirby will be the keynote speaker at the Association of Professional Financial Advisers' (APFA) annual dinner, the body has announced.

APFA director general Chris Hannant (pictured) said he was "absolutely delighted" Kirby would speak at the dinner - noting it would be the evening before the Chancellor announces his Autumn Statement. He said: "At a time when it is more important than ever that people can access professional financial help when planning for their financial future, I particularly welcome the opportunity to hear the minister speak about how government, regulators and the advice community can work together to make this happen." The dinner will take place on Tuesday 22 November at the Plaisterers' Hall in Lon...

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