Just Group to exit direct-to-consumer business following Brookfield acquisition

Move could lead to redundancies across the business

Holly Roach
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Just Group is set to exit the direct-to-consumer business, a source tells PP.

Professional Adviser sister title Professional Pensions understands Just Group will be exiting the direct-to-consumer business, which could lead to redundancies across the business. The source said: "The whole firm received an internal communication email on Wednesday. It was a shock as we were told of significant changes. "The biggest one, besides David Richardson's departure, is that we are exiting the direct-to-consumer business which will lead to many redundancies. We found out about this in that email and are still waiting for more information." They added: "It will lead to co...

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