A reminder that we are running a supervisor’s training workshop on the 25th September.
It is important that firms can demonstrate that they meet the FCA’s rules and guidance and specifcally that “Firms should ensure that those supervising employees ……. have the necessary coaching and assessment skills ….. to act as a competent supervisor and assessor.
Find out more about our workshop here.
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The FCA is encouraging firms to ensure they are registered on Connect.
The FCA has stated its position on phoenixing type practices.
There is an ever increasing use of DFM solutions for client portfolios but many firms might not have authority to refer clients to a DFM.
The FCA has issued some further gudance for firms.
FCA letter to DB Transfer firms
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.