Comment and Blogs
We start 2014 knowing that the Pensions Regulator will be looking to improve governance in small trust-based DC schemes following the publication of Code of Practice 13 in November.
Read more: Andrew Roberts' blog: Governance in small trust-based DC schemes
According to a recent survey conducted by Liberty SIPP almost two-thirds of financial advisers believe that high levels of service are the most important factor when selecting a Sipp provider.
Read more: Exclusive new blog from John Moret: Service must improve
"Oh no, here we go again!" is a message I can hear reverberating around the board rooms of Sipp operators following the FCA's announcement that hot on the heels of its new guide for Sipp operators they plan another thematic review.
I have been calling for reform of the regulatory framework for SIPPs almost from the time that SIPPs were first regulated in 2007.
Writing this blog on the last day of 2013 provides an ideal opportunity to reflect on what happened to the Sipp market during 2013 – and to look forward to 2014.
Read more: Moret Blog Jan 2014: Will it be a Happy New Year for Sipps?
In his second monthly blog for Sipps Professional, Andrew Roberts, chairman of AMPS, looks at the issues surrounding Sipp and SSAS orphans.
Read more: Andrew Roberts, chairman of AMPS, on Sipp and SSAS orphans