There was much that was familiar about George Osborne’s fourth Budget. Little has changed. Continue reading
Read moreLong-term care costs
The Government has announced its proposals for funding long-term care. Long-term care has been one of the topics which successive governments have pushed down the road with the help of enquiries, reviews and even a Royal Commission. The problem has … Continue reading
Of ever-dwindling interest
Instant access rates are shrinking further. What do you think is the current top market interest rate for £10,000 in a new instant access account? If you have not looked at the savings league tables recently, it may surprise you … Continue reading
The Bank of England changes its inflation stance
The latest Bank of England Inflation Report shows the Old Lady resigning herself to more inflation. In recent years the Bank of England (BoE) has gained an unfortunate reputation for over-optimism about the path of inflation. The BoE’s Quarterly Inflation … Continue reading
Is this you?
A survey has highlighted the UK’s reluctance to save for retirement. One of the major clearing banks recently undertook a retirement planning survey across 15 countries in which it operates. Among its findings for the UK were: One third of … Continue reading
