Will the lifetime ISA go down in history as the Trojan horse of pensions?

The industry has serious questions about the lifetime ISA introduced in the Budget.

Michael Klimes
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George Osborne's latest surprise has divided opinion in the industry, finds Michael Klimes.

At a glance Osborne has surprised the industry with a lifetime ISA  Some think will help the low paid and self-employed save  Concerns it will undermine pensions and make the system more ...

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