The lead-up to the festive period can be a stressful time for anyone. With endless to-do lists to keep on top of, countless social engagements to fit into the calendar, and the extra finances required to fund gifts, meals, and excursions, many employees will feel
With Christmas just around the corner, our calendars can quickly become full of social engagements. But what about when the festivities end and the thought of venturing out into the cold for a catch-up seems less appealing? According to the World Health Organization (WHO), maintaining
Demand for workplace mental health support has grown significantly over the last few years, and failing to invest in tailored, practical support can cost your business far more in the long run. For example, in 2022, Deloitte discovered that the cost of poor mental health
As the clocks go back and the nights draw in, it’s understandable that many of us start thinking about how we can improve our wellbeing during the cold winter months. Although you may already offer various employee benefits to support the physical, mental, and social
Recent figures from The Pensions Regulator reveal that employers are still falling foul of auto-enrolment rules – with nearly £280,000 in fines issued in the second half of 2024 alone. More than a decade after auto-enrolment began, many businesses continue to struggle with ongoing pension
ESG Investments – Genuine Commitment or Clever Marketing? A couple of years ago, we spoke to local publications about a rising trend – ESG investing. And though responsible investing is nothing new (beginning somewhere around the mid-60s to reduce investment in tobacco production and the
Acumen Financial Planning are delighted to be awarded the ‘2025 Citywire, New Model Adviser of the Year Award – Scotland & Northern Ireland Region’ for the seventh time. The Citywire New Model Adviser Awards held annually in London, were presented this year by television presenter
Acumen Financial Planning is starting 2025 with the appointment of Keith Mackie as Group Managing Director. Keith, who has significant experience in banking and financial services, joined Acumen Financial Planning in 2004 and was appointed a director in 2014. On this recent promotion Keith commented.
Join our team at Acumen Financial Planning for an inspiring evening designed to help you plan and prepare for a fulfilling retirement. Whether you have questions about your pension or want to assess if you’re on track for your ideal retirement, this seminar is tailored
