Chetwood Bank has appointed Rob Pomphrett as the latest non-executive director (NED) to join its board. Rob brings over 30 ...

46% of brokers have used a new provider in the last six months. New research from Principality Building Society has found that in 2025 brokers are significantly more open to using different providers.

The research found that 47% of clients who receive advice on all their assets would move to targeted support or holistic digital advice for a 30% saving, rising to 68% for a 50% saving.

Later life firms are encouraged to integrate vulnerability considerations into advice, product design, and customer service.

The change will support 12% more affordability-constrained buyers, with maximum loan amounts increasing by as much as 22%.

The range is designed for people from the African diaspora and other foreign nationals in the UK who struggle to get mortgages.