A mixed picture for freedom and choice

What impact has freedom and choice had on the behaviour of those looking to access their retirement savings? Gill Wadsworth takes a look.

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What impact has freedom and choice had on the behaviour of those looking to access their retirement savings? Gill Wadsworth takes a look.

Within one week of the freedom and choice regime coming into force on 6 April last year, the FTSE 100 broke through the 7,000 mark. Those aged 55 and over, now at liberty to access their pension po...

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