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News in Review

This week John Healey delivered his first major speech as Chancellor, business confidence increases by 4 points, the latest data on the manufacturing and services sectors is out and an update on savings. Read on to find out more…

September 9, 2026

Retirement planning for the self-employed

Around 40% of self-employed workers are actively saving for retirement, according to recent research

September 9, 2026

Remortgaging on the rise

Remortgaging activity is surging as borrowers seek flexibility and better deals amid changing rates

September 9, 2026

Positive momentum in protection – but gaps remain

Protection claims are rising, yet many households don’t have life insurance and lack adequate financial protection cover

September 9, 2026

Pension Awareness Week – Are you on track for the retirement you want?

Pension Awareness Week is the ideal time to review retirement plans, understand new pension tax changes and check you're on track.

September 9, 2026

Keep your cool in the housing market

Summer’s heating up - keep your cool with your house moving plans. Good planning, realistic budgeting and future thinking can reduce stress when buying a home

September 2, 2026

An Introduction to Annuities

Annuities are back in focus as higher rates and pension tax changes reshape retirement income planning.

September 2, 2026

News in Review

Housing market improves, Burnham boosts business confidence, difficulties in the retail sector and US inflation still high

September 2, 2026

Economic Review – August 2026

August’s Economic Review - UK economy expands unexpectedly, UK jobs market “stagnant,” retail sales wilt and higher energy costs

September 2, 2026

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