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Providers required to implement Pension Wise stronger nudge from June 2022


By Sophie Smith

Pension providers will be required to implement a 'stronger nudge' to Pension Wise guidance from 1 June 2022 under new rules from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), published today (1 December).

The changes aim to make it easier for consumers to book a free Pension Wise appointment, with providers required to refer customers to, and explain the nature and purpose of, Pension Wise guidance


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