amine how investing directly in company shares has changed in the UK over the space of a generation, whether share ownership is significantly more common today than it was 20 or 30 years ago, and whether this change in ownership levels is as a result of the development of relevant information technology.

1.It is now possible for most individuals to manage their personal finances online and by using other information technology. The need for specialist financial advisers no longer exists.

To what extent do you agree with the above statement in terms of how individuals can manage all of their personal financial requirements today?

2.Examine how investing directly in company shares has changed in the UK over the space of a generation, whether share ownership is significantly more common today than it was 20 or 30 years ago, and whether this change in ownership levels is as a result of the development of relevant information technology.