FCA focus for 2019/20
The FCA has given a clear idea of where it will focus attention in the coming year.

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Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2019, FCA, MiFID, PI, SM&CR
The FCA has given a clear idea of where it will focus attention in the coming year.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2015, 2016, 2019, complaints, FCA, PI
The FCA warns GI firms to place greater focus on customer outcomes.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2016, FCA, PI
Following recent FCA investigations that resulted in a Dear CEO letter, firms that have Appointed Representatives need to review the adequacy their governance and supervision.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2016, 2017, 2019, Evalue, Pension, Pension Transfer, PI
So, it’s right for the client to transfer … but should the transfer be done NOW?
Alistair MacDougall Compliance FCA
The Office of the Public Guardian has produced a helpful guide for firms in how to deal with customers where a power of attorney is in place.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2018, 2019, FCA, Mortgage, SM&CR
These could be of interest.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2019, FCA, MiFID, ML, Pension, Pension Transfer, PI, SM&CR
The FCA has announced its priorities for action over the coming months.
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Fund suspension
Alistair MacDougall Compliance FCA, Pension, PI
Following the recent Woodford fund suspension, we consider the regulatory requirements.