Pension Transfers – GMP Equalisation
The decision in the Lloyds Bank Equalisation case has difficult implications for schemes and advisers.

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Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2016, 2018, Pension, Pension Transfer, PI
The decision in the Lloyds Bank Equalisation case has difficult implications for schemes and advisers.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance FCA, ML, Pension, Pension Transfer, PI
The FCA is continuing its mass mailing of a letter to firms that have done transfer business – action is required.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance FCA, ML, PI
Capacity for loss continues to be misunderstood by firms, and the providers of third party tools that purport to assess it.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance FCA, SM&CR, Update
Are you aware of all the forms associated with the SM&CR?
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2020, DB Pension, FCA, Pension, Pension Transfer, PI
Clients should not transfer unless that is in their best interests. The impact of initial and ongoing charges is one of the key factors that must be considered.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance FCA, PI, SM&CR
What should Principal Firms do in relation to ARs?
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2018, Pension, Pension Transfer, PI
It is not enough for advice to be provided – it has to be understood.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2019, FCA, SM&CR
9 December is approaching fast – are you ready for SM&CR?
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2019, FCA, Pension, Pension Transfer
The FCA is writing to around 1700 firms requesting that firms review their transfer advice processes and report back.
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Fair Treatment of Vulnerable Clients
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2019, FCA
The FCA is gathering information from firms in relation to the fair treatment of vulnerable clients.