Chancellor Jeremy Hunt delivered the final Budget before the next general election yesterday. With almost all of the key measures being leaked before the event, there were few surprises in the list of announcements. With the Conservative Party trail…
NorthStar Blog
Welcome to the NorthStar Blog. The place for the latest news, information and opinion from the NorthStar team helping you stay on top of what's going on in the world of finance.New Survey Reveals a Worrying Level of Financial Literacy in Britain
A recent survey conducted by Shepherds Friendly revealed that Britain is facing a significant challenge in terms of financial literacy among its population. Financial literacy, in this context, refers to the understanding and knowledge of basic finan…
Will There Be a UK Recession in 2022 and What Could This Mean for You?
Many of us have already been feeling the pinch as the cost of living quickly morphs into a crisis. Gas and oil prices have skyrocketed, and we can all expect further energy price hikes later this year. Is it time to buckle up, and prepare for the wor…
Budget 2021: Your Guide to the Key Announcements
The Budget was delivered yesterday by Chancellor, Rishi Sunak. With many of the key policy announcements trailed heavily in the press during the previous week, was there much of substance left to deliver? We take a look at the key points from the 2021…
Awards, Accreditations & Trade Associations
NorthStar is proud to be a member of the leading financial planning trade associations. Through a continued commitment to work to the highest professional standards and deliver real value to all clients, our work has been rewarded with a number of awards and professional accreditations.