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  • June 10, 2025
    Why We're Proud to Be Part of the New Talent Alliance Steering Group

    Why We’re Proud to Be Part of the New Talent Alliance Steering Group

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on June 10, 2025

    At Brand Financial Training, we're passionate about supporting the next generation of financial advisers—and that's why we’re excited to...

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  • June 5, 2025
    Will cutting Cash ISA limits be a positive move for consumers?

    Will cutting Cash ISA limits be a positive move for consumers?

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on June 5, 2025

    As speculation continues over possible changes to the UK’s ISA system, attention has turned to reports that the government...

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  • May 20, 2025
    Supporting Employees Through Their Studies

    Supporting Employees Through Their Studies

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on May 20, 2025

    In last week’s article, we explored the advantages for both employees and employers of supporting employees in achieving exam...

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  • May 13, 2025
    Supporting Staff Development Through Financial Services Exams & Qualifications

    Supporting Staff Development Through Financial Services Exams and Qualifications

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on May 13, 2025

    Investing in employee development through financial services qualifications can deliver significant benefits for both staff and the business. While...

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  • January 14, 2025
    When will the Autumn Budget 2024 changes be tested?

    When will the Autumn Budget 2024 changes be tested?

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on January 14, 2025

    As you prepare for your CII exams, it is essential to stay informed about recent changes to various laws...

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  • November 12, 2024
    Key Amendments Announced in the Autumn Budget 2024

    Key Amendments Announced in the Autumn Statement 2024

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on November 12, 2024

    In this article, we pull out the key amends announced in the 2024 Autumn Statement that you’ll need to...

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  • October 1, 2024
    Preparing for a CII Exam Re-Sit

    Preparing for a CII Exam Re-Sit

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on October 1, 2024

    Facing an exam re-sit can feel disheartening, but it's a common part of the journey toward CII qualification. Rather...

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  • April 9, 2024
    Why AI Isn't Reliable for CII Exam Preparation

    Why AI Isn’t Reliable for CII Exam Preparation

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on April 9, 2024

    In the financial services industry, the integration of AI technology has garnered attention as a potential game-changer. With promises...

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  • March 12, 2024
    Key Amendments Announced in the Spring Budget 2024

    Key Amendments Announced in the Spring Budget 2024

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on March 12, 2024

    This month, it was Chancellor Jeremy Hunt’s turn to tinker with our taxes (and National Insurance). Here, rather than focus...

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  • January 9, 2024
    Key Amendments Announced in the Autumn Statement 2023

    Key Amendments Announced in the Autumn Statement 2023

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on January 9, 2024

    In this article, we pull out the key amends announced in the Autumn Statement that you’ll need to be...

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  • December 13, 2022
    Key Amendments Announced in the Autumn Statement 2022

    Key Amendments Announced in the Autumn Statement 2022

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on December 13, 2022

    In this article, we pull out the key amends announced in the Autumn Statement that you’ll need to be...

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  • November 8, 2022
    How Brand Began

    How Brand Began

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on November 8, 2022

    Here, we have an interview with Brand Financial Training’s Founder and Director, Catriona Standingford. Catriona tells us about why...

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  • November 2, 2021
    Autumn Budget 2021 Highlights

    Autumn Budget 2021 Highlights

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on November 2, 2021

    Recently, the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Rishi Sunak, stood up to give the details of his third budget, albeit...

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  • March 9, 2021
    Budget 2021 Highlights

    Budget 2021 Highlights

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on March 9, 2021

    Here, we share the highlights of the 2021 budget. There's both good and bad news in this most recent...

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  • June 23, 2020
    Is your CII Study Text up to date?

    Is your CII study text up to date?

    Posted by The Team at Brand Financial Training on June 23, 2020

    At this very moment, the material you've been revising from your CII study text could be outdated. In this...

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