Finance
Warning: Don’t fall for fake CAPTCHAs
You’ve seen them hundreds of times.“Click here to prove you’re not a robot.”It’s one of those things you don’t really think about. You tick a box, maybe select a few images, and move on with your day.That’s why this new scam works.There’s a growing number of fake CAP...
QR Code scams – how to protect yourself and your business
What is a QR code scam? Simply put – a QR code scam is the same as a phishing attack – it just uses a QR code that you scan, instead of coaxing you into clicking a link. It’s the type of cyberattack where bad actors pretend to be a trusted site, person or company t...
PEM welcomes 20 new trainees to launch their professional careers
PEM is delighted to welcome 20 new trainee professionals who are joining the firm this week to begin their accountancy career journey.The intake includes both A-level school leavers and graduates, who will work across PEM's Accounts, Audit, Tax and Virtual Finance Office (VFO) teams. Al...
Pensions Commission warning: are UK workers saving enough for retirement?
Why the Pensions Commission mattersThe first Pensions Commission was established back in 2002 and over the following four years developed a range of proposals covering:• The creation of a low-cost occupational pension scheme into which individuals would be automatically enrolled;• Refor...
Understanding pension tax relief
What is pension tax relief?The amount of tax relief you receive depends on your pension scheme and your Income Tax band.Basic-rate taxpayers pay tax at 20%.This means that for every £100 paid into a pension, you contribute £80 and the government adds £20 in tax relief, bringing the tota...
Pure Resourcing Solutions Launches 2026 Salary Guide with Enhanced Regional and Sector Insights
In today's competitive labour market, access to accurate salary data and market intelligence is essential. The Pure Resourcing Solutions Salary Guide 2026 has been developed to help employers across the Eastern region make informed decisions around pay, benefits, hiring and workforce pl...
Celebrating 19 years of Henson Crisp | Financial advice built on trust
For 19 years, Henson Crisp has helped individuals, families and business owners make sense of financial advice, building long-term relationships across Peterborough, Cambridge and the surrounding areas. ...
Cambridge Index advances 0.6%
The Cambridge Index advanced 163.2 points or 0.6% to close at 27,924.7, as five out of the top ten index heavyweights posted weekly gains in their share price. ...
Life expectancy & pension planning - Will your retirement income last?
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) has thought again about our life expectancy calculations. ...
Why we're becoming Mivida: looking ahead with optimism
After almost 20 years, we're ready for a name and look that reflects who we've always been and where we’re heading.Almost twenty years ago, KMD Private Wealth Management opened its doors with a simple conviction: that financial planning should give people clarity, not create more comple...