A year on from freedoms, pension scam fears are coming true

Citizens Advice research reveals people risk being scammed as fraudsters take advantage of flexibilities, writes PP.

Stephanie Baxter
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People are at risk of being scammed as fraudsters take advantage of freedom and choice, according to Citizens Advice research. Stephanie Baxter reports.

At a glance Citizens Advice says risk of people being scammed has risen dramatically since last April  Information may not be enough, and government is called on to take action   ...

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