Archive for 2010

New rules for Pension Scheme Trustees

Messages on April 9th, 2010 No Comments

We wish to advise that the Pensions Board has launched its interactive e-learning training course for pension scheme trustees. The Pensions Act was amended to include a requirement for pension scheme trustees to undertake training at regular intervals. New trustees are now required to undertake training within six months of being appointed, while existing trustees […]

Self Directed Pensions & ARF’s

Uncategorized on March 10th, 2010 No Comments

The latest development in the world of pensions is self-directed options. While these have been available for some time they have traditionally been aimed at a very small portion of the marketplace. Now providers have opened up these attractive options to a wider market, which means many more people can get in on the act.

Interest rates lower for longer

Uncategorized on February 1st, 2010 Comments Off on Interest rates lower for longer

Bank Deposits & Cash Funds – Whats the alternative…………….? With Interest rates likely to be ” lower for longer” many people have seen their mortgage repayments fall dramatically. This is especially true for anyone who is “lucky” enough to have a Tracker Mortgage. But low interest rates isn’t all good news. Many people can’t afford […]