by John Martin (Please contact John on 01481 728432 or email john.martin@bwcigroup.com if you wish to discuss this article or anything relating to secondary pensions). People often have misconceptions about retirement plans which can, unfortunately, end up damaging wealth in later years. That’s why we’re setting out some of the most commonly heard myths and… Read More »
by John Martin (Please contact John on 01481 728432 or email john.martin@bwcigroup.com if you wish to discuss this article or anything relating to secondary pensions). Facts are better than fiction, especially when considering financial options. The pensions sector attracts its fair share of myths and misconceptions, which can leave people feeling bewildered, and unsure of… Read More »
The closing date for applications for the 2023 Bursary is 24 March 2023. The BWCI Group’s undergraduate Bursary Scheme has been specifically designed to support local students wishing to study for a degree at university. As well as providing financial support, our students will participate in a structured training programme during their summer vacations, for… Read More »
By Will Bean at BWCI william.bean@bwcigroup.com “2024 saw record low mortality rates” The Continuous Mortality Investigation (“CMI”) publish regular quarterly updates on the trends observed in mortality rates in England and Wales. Their analysis is based on the death data published by the Office of National Statistics (“ONS”) and the latest update provides some interesting observations… Read More »
By Chris Collier at BWCI chris.collier@bwcigroup.com “lifestyles and behaviours gradually change over time” The composition of the “basket of goods” used to quantify inflation provides an interesting, but perhaps not immediately obvious, insight into how lifestyles and behaviours gradually change over time. The December 2024 Jersey RPI figure is the first to be based on… Read More »