FCA ‘Improving the suitability of financial advice’ speech 25 September 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance The FCA has published the transcript of a speech delivered by Debbie Gupta of the FCA which we recommend all […] Read More
The Financial Services Register and The Directory 19 September 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Want to know more about upcoming changes to the Register and the introduction of the public facing Directory? Read More
FCA video guide to pension transfer advice for consumers 22 August 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Although aimed at consumers, firms involved in transfer advice would do well to view the video. Read More
Reasons for recommending a transfer or switch that are open to challenge 14 August 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance CP19/25 highlighted some commonly used reasons to transfer/switch that often do not stand up to close scrutiny. Read More
FCA contingent charging consultation 30 July 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance The FCA is proposing a series of wide ranging changes in relation to pension transfer advice, including a ban on […] Read More
Transfer Value Comparator (TVC) – when is it required? 18 June 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Understanding the requirements around the use of TVC. Read More
Pension Transfer Specialist Status 18 June 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Does a PTS need to be a CF30? Read More
Pension Transfers – the ‘Why now?’ question 22 May 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance So, it's right for the client to transfer ... but should the transfer be done NOW? Read More
FCA Business Plan 2019-20 1 May 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance The FCA has announced its priorities for action over the coming months. Read More
Cash Flow Models – compliant or not? 3 April 2019 Alistair MacDougallCompliance The FCA has concerns about how cash flow models are used. Read More