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24/09/2026

Thursday Question – How long does your sick pay last?

A quick Thursday question:

Do you know exactly how long your employer would continue paying you if you were unable to work because of illness?

A lot of people know they “get sick pay” but have never checked the detail.

It can be worth finding out:
• how long full pay lasts;
• whether it then reduces to half pay;
• what happens after that; and
• whether any other workplace benefits would apply.

You do not need to buy anything to make that a useful exercise. Knowing what you already have is the starting point for understanding whether there is a gap.

💚 One small job for the weekend: check your employee benefits.

18/09/2026

It's Pension Awareness Week.

When was the last time you reviewed your pension?

Many people have pensions from previous employers, haven't checked their pension arrangements for years, or simply aren't sure whether they're on track for the retirement they want.

Taking the time to review your pensions can provide valuable clarity and help ensure your plans remain aligned with your long-term goals.

Find out more about our pension review service here:
https://truestep.co.uk/pension-review/

Pension consolidation advice is available. If you hold a Defined Benefit Pension Scheme or Defined Contribution pension with a guaranteed minimum pension or income, any advice you receive will be through a dedicated referral advice service and a specialist within our network.

17/09/2026

The Bank of England has held the base rate at 3.75% today

31/08/2026

30/07/2026

The Bank of England Monetary Policy Committee have voted to hold interest rates at 3.75% again today. This is the 7th month in a row that interest rates have been held.

18/06/2026

The Bank of England has held interest rates today.
In this latest decision, 7 out of 9 members of the Monetary Policy Committee voted to leave the Base Rate unchanged, with 2 voting for an increase.📈

13/05/2026

Another mortgage offer received today, this time from Halifax for a client buying a beautiful property in London. This went from application to mortgage offer in just one business day. A well packaged application with all the documents checked at the outset means a smooth process with the lender and most importantly, happy clients! 🏡 🔑

06/05/2026

These beautiful peonies arrived from some lovely clients yesterday as a thank you for arranging their mortgage. Completely unexpected and much appreciated. 🌸

30/04/2026

UK Base Rate has been held at 3.75% today. The Bank’s committee voted 8-1 to hold the rate amid continued uncertainty

29/04/2026

Personalised Advice Matters 📊

A Just Mortgages adviser reviews your current mortgage, credit profile, and affordability to find the most suitable remortgage deals for your unique situation.

Read the full blog to understand why personalised guidance is essential: https://www.justmortgages.co.uk/news/posts/2026/april/remortgaging-with-adverse-credit-a-guide-to-your-options/


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