Monthly Archives: December 2014

News: Skandia International to become Old Mutual International

Posted on December 18, 2014 by FinancialUAE

Skandia International, also known as Royal Skandia, is one of the biggest names in the offshore insurance and investment markets, is shortly to change its name to Old Mutual International, to fall in line with the parent company, Old Mutual … Continue reading →

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UK Autumn Statement 2014 – what expats need to know

Posted on December 8, 2014 by FinancialUAE

The UK Chancellor of the Exchequer, George Osborne, recently presented  his last Autumn Statement before the General Election next year. There are a few announcements that may affect expats, so a brief overview of some of the most relevant issues … Continue reading →

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News: Aviva to take over Friends Life

Posted on December 4, 2014 by FinancialUAE

It has just been announced that Aviva, the UK insurance company, is to take over Friends Life. This is to include all companies in the Friends Life Group, including Friends Provident International which operates out of the Isle of Man, … Continue reading →

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