Government 'putting barriers in the way' to advice for LISA savers
The government has been urged to allow Lifetime ISA (LISA) savers to use their pots to pay for financial advice, putting the product on par with pensions and other ISAs.
The LISA, which launches to the public on 6 April, currently classifies adviser charge as a chargeable withdrawal, meaning savers will incur a 25% penalty if they access their savings for this reason....
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