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Hopes were rising in Brussels that an unlikely deal with the UK over the EU's long-term budget was taking shape, although the chief negotiator was trying to resolve a deluge of last-minute complaints from other countries on the eve of what could be a...

Owners who leave their properties in Cornwall empty for more than two years will have to pay 150% of their council tax bill, while discounts for second home owners have been scrapped.

Young people in Britain are saving nearly one fifth of their monthly disposable income, which is more than any other age group - but only 12% are using this money to save for retirement, according to research by asset manager BlackRock.

Morningstar has revealed how it intends to present past fund performance post-RDR, following the introduction of new ‘clean' share classes.

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Nine in ten advisers say equity release is relevant to their client bank, according to a new research released today.

Pensions minister Steve Webb has announced the Department of Work and Pensions will publish its Reinvigorating Pensions report on 22 November.

The Lang Cat's Mark Polson gives details of the Zurich retail platform following his sneak preview at the Scottish Institute of Financial Planning (IFP) Conference yesterday.

F&C has appointed Ross Duncton to spearhead its new direct to consumer push, part of chairman Edward Bramson's strategic review of the business.

Annuity experts have warned customers will face more difficulties as they struggle with advice propositions post RDR.