MPs launch inquiry into contingent charging on DB transfer advice

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Parliament's Work and Pensions Committee has launched an inquiry into contingent charging on defined benefit (DB) pension transfer advice.

The inquiry has asked respondents whether they believe contingent charging increases the likelihood of unsuitable advice, as well as what the impact of a ban could be, and how any negative effects ...

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