MiFID II – Clarification on independence
There are some apparent anomalies in the rules. We have obtained ‘clarification’ from the FCA.

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Alistair MacDougall Compliance FCA, MiFID, Pension, PI
There are some apparent anomalies in the rules. We have obtained ‘clarification’ from the FCA.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2017, FCA, MiFID, PI, Update
The FCA has clarified some aspects of how the recording rules will apply to firms that are not Article 3 Exempt.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2018, complaints, FCA, MiFID, PI
How will changes to compliance governance affect your company?
David Anderson Suitability 2017, MiFID, Mortgage, Update
New MiFID II ‘Confirmation of Continued Suitability’ Process
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2016, 2018, Data Protection Act, FCA, GDPR, MiFID, PI, Update
Although the new rules do not take effect until May 2018, it makes sense to consider them alongside MiFID disclosure changes.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance MiFID, ML
Suitability remains much the same as pre-MiFID II but there are some changes that firms need to be aware of.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2017, 2018, FCA, MiFID, ML, Pension, PI
MiFID II brings a new definition of independence – firms need to consider if they can meet the requirements.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2018, FCA, MiFID, Pension, PI
Firms need to understand the implications of the MiFID II definition of independent advice.
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2018, FCA, MiFID, PI
Fingers crossed, no changes for ATEB clients, but best check!
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LEI update
Alistair MacDougall Compliance 2018, FCA, MiFID, Update
A temporary solution if there are problems obtaining an LEI in time for any affected transactions from 3 January 2018.