UK employers face largest redundancy round in a decade, report reveals
The CIPD indicated that redundancy intentions among 2,000 employers reached their highest since the pandemic.
Broadstone advises Geoghegan & Company in £1.5m Just Group pensionbuy-In
The scheme secured benefits for its eight deferred and eight pensioner members with a £1.5m deal, completing the buy-in of its liabilities.
Majority of UK adults rethink retirement due to IHT changes on pensions, survey finds
The survey revealed that 21% intended to withdraw more money from their pensions to spend it, and 19% aimed to gift it.
Young professionals seek financial support for rising energy bills, research reveals
Half (52%) of young people cited the benefits packages as the most important thing they look for in employment.
Just Group secures £16m buy-in for Deutz scheme
The buy-in insures the benefits of 181 Scheme members, comprising 70 deferred members and 111 pensioners.
Hymans Robertson appoints head of DC consulting
Kathryn Fleming takes over the role from Mark Jaffray, who will now focus on strategic investment advice and innovation.
WASPI women continue fight for pension compensation, report reveals
The WASPI group argued women were not properly informed that their state pension age would increase from 60 to 65 (now 66).
bClear Communications strengthens mortgage PR team with appointments
Debbie Staveley said: "Ellie and James will build on our ability to provide the very best advice and add real value to our clients."
Dentists’ Provident paid out £4.9m in claims during 2024, report finds
The provider's claims report showed the majority of claims were paid to those aged 46-55 years old, with the youngest claimant being a 27-year-old dentist.
Nucleus introduces tools to ease pension calculations for advisers
These tools aim to save advisers time and help them stay informed about pension and policy changes.
Liverpool City Region to trial new national work experience model
The work experiences will be tailored to address skills gaps and prepare local children for careers in technology.
DWP to pay £5,000 compensation to tens of thousands of Universal Credit claimants
The DWP acknowledged it did not adequately protect their incomes during this transition.
