Avail, the specialist 'Suitability' software provider, has today launched a free pension simplification report available to all UK registered Financial Advisers.

The template will enable advisers to complete a bespoke and client specific report, detailing specifically the actions required to be taken prior to "A" Day. The report can be used as a tool for either keeping clients informed of the new rules, or alternatively covering the complex areas of advice required by clients.

Joe Hill, Director of Avail comments:

"It is important to contact clients now to ensure they are well informed and plan accordingly. The FSA have already indicated that they expect advisers to maintain high standards of advice during the transitional period, and advisers should not leave the door open for complaints in the future with a failure to act now"

John Scully, Director of Avail comments:

"It is equally important for advisers to consider the planning opportunities both pre and post "A" Day. For those due to retire prior to 6 April it may be advisable to defer taking benefits, and take advantage of the post A Day regime, due to new options available. The Avail report is designed to cover all the actions required by advisers and convey this to clients in an understandable way."

As well as being available in the latest update for all existing Avail users, Non- users can download the Pension Simplification Report template from www.avail.uk.net free of charge.

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