Member enquiries surge in response to global financial turmoil

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The number of scheme members requesting retirement and transfer value quotes jumped by more than 60pc in September, Aon Consulting says.

The 63pc increase – compared to September 2007 – was attributed to panic and fear resulting from turmoil in world financial markets. In light of the increased demand, Aon Consulting warned that ...

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