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Neglect Assist Highlights Issues with Unregulated Advisors on BBC News

“Neglect Assist solicitors tell BBC News that unregulated advisors are an increasing problem”

Neglect Assist senior solicitors Pradeep Oliver and Tim Hampson appeared on BBC News to discuss SIPPs being misused by unregulated advisers.

Call for proper financial guidance

Oliver advised that this was an increasing problem and underlined the importance of all pensioners to seek advice from a properly authorised financial adviser.

Neglect Assist senior solicitors Pradeep Oliver and Tim Hampson on BBC News

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