Which? bins annuities advice plan after Budget changes

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Consumer group Which? has shelved plans to launch an annuities advice service following the far-reaching changes announced at Budget 2014.

The company, best known for independent research projects, last year began a pilot service offering guidance and whole of market advice to the public on annuities. It was called Which? Annuity Advi...

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