2006 News archive

SIPPS - the latest best seller, Pensions Managment article

30 June 2006

They may not be selling like the proverbial hot cakes just yet - but Sipps undoubtedly represent an outstaning new business opportunity for intermediaires says…

Financial Services Authority (FSA) publishes Consultation Paper

06 April 2006

This consultation paper sets out the FSA proposals for regulating all personal pensions including SIPPs. Under the Financial Services and Markets Act (FSMA), SIPPs…

The Treasury publishes its response to the consultation on regulation of personal pension schemes

27 March 2006

The Treasury has published its response to the consultation conducted in the Autumn on proposed changes to the eligibility rules for establishing a pension…

HM Revenue & Customs releases draft guidance on definitions of ‘prohibited assets’ held in a registered pension scheme

27 March 2006

On 5th December 2005 in his pre-budget release the Chancellor’s announced fundamental changes to policy on residential property and other specified assets. This announcement…

Form To Register For Primary And Enhanced Protection Now Available

14 March 2006

HM Revenue & Customs has now released the final versions of the notes and forms for use in the registration of existing pension rights for…

James Hay offers new Private Client SIPP

28 February 2006

James Hay has rebranded its flagship SIPP product and relaunched it as the Private Client SIPP, enhancing its product portfolio. The Private Client SIPP is…

Wrap - why slick administration is the key to first class service

19 January 2006

There are many factors for IFAs to take into account when selecting a Wrap partner. Comparative surveys rightly concentrate on product offerings and charges…

Abbey Wrap adds M&G Property Portfolio (onshore)

12 January 2006

Abbey Wrap has added the M&G Property Portfolio (onshore) to its wrap platform, boosting the total number of funds available to 831. Investors can now…

What is Wrap? Investment Week article

10 January 2006

CEO Abbey National Wrap Managers Limited & Managing Director, James Hay SIPP Over recent months, there has been much discussion on "What is a…

Abbey Wrap selected by Cavanagh Group

10 January 2006

Cavanagh Group has selected Abbey Wrap as its platform for clients following a review of providers. Jan Regnart, CEO Abbey Wrap Managers Limited said: "We…