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SEMINAR HOSTS NEEDED

Almost 600 artists across England have benefited from FREE access to the series of Pensions for Artists, Basic Pensions Seminars, and following a short break to get our breath back, we would now like to deliver 10 more of these events across the country. In addition we would like to offer 10 Advanced Pensions Seminars, giving artists access to expert advice about the specifics of Pensions and Savings. 

Are you interested in hosting a FREE pensions seminar for artists?

What's involved?

Two seminars in one day. In the morning we will hold a seminar for any artists who want to know more about pensions and savings in general. In the afternoon we will hold an advanced seminar for any artists wanting to know more about specific kinds of pensions investments, like using a SIPP to purchase workspace for example.

What do we provide?

Almost everything. Arts Council England has funded the programme so we will bring everything needed to deliver the presentations. We will also deliver a national advertising campaign across the arts to help raise awareness of the seminars, and provide an online booking service.

What do you provide?

Simply, we would need you to provide a room and some refreshments. We would also ask you to do some local marketing, and provide a minimum of 10 attendees at both the morning and afternoon sessions (these can of course be different audiences).

What does it cost?

Nothing. It is absolutely free!

What is the timescale?

Deadline for expressing interest in hosting a seminar: Monday, 11 February 2008

Online booking launched: Friday, 15 February 2008

Seminars held from: Monday, 31 March 2008

How do I express an interest?

Please contact Simon Zimmerman directly to discuss further - Email :  simon.zimmerman@pensionsforartists.org.uk

Pensions News ...

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Pensions boost for older women
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Workers put too little into pensions
A recent survey shows employees are contributing too little to defined-contribution work pension schemes ... read more [external link - Reuters]

One in four 'fails to save money'
A quarter of people in the UK do not save any money, and of those that do many are just saving for holidays .... read more [external link - BBC News]

New ISA limits for 2008 announced
Higher limits for annual investment in individual savings accounts (ISAs) will come into force from 6 April 2008 .... read more [external link - BBC News]

Pensions 'not better than ISAs'
Millions of Britons could be better or equally well off investing in an Individual Savings Account (ISA) rather than a pension, a report has said .... read more [external link - BBC News]

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