Agent as client 21 November 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Many DFM/Adviser relationships are based on the agent as client model. This carries hidden dangers. Read More
Policy Statement PS 18/20 – Pension Transfers 5 October 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Confirmation of further rule and guidance changes in relation to advice on pension transfers. Read More
Are you independent? 25 September 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance The definition of independence changed with MiFIDII on 3 January 2018. Many firms have not changed their disclosure to reflect […] Read More
Transfer triage 25 September 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Firms that advise on defined benefit transfers need to ensure that their triage process does not inadvertently cross the line […] Read More
Final phase of the FCA’s transfer review starts 12 September 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance If you are involved in advising on DB transfers, this will be of interest. Read More
The Insurance Distribution Directive is almost here 16 August 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance The Insurance Distribution Directive (IDD) will impact all IFA and Insurance Intermediaries. Read More
Outsourcing to the ‘cloud’ 16 August 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance The FCA has issued updated guidance for firms in relation to the use of outsourced IT services. Read More
Transfer advice – Insistent clients 23 May 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Should you deal with insistent clients? Read More
ATEB and GDPR 23 May 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance ATEB Data Protection Notice and GDPR. Important Reading. Read More
Supervisor training 2018 14 May 2018 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Don't miss this opportunity to gain, refresh or improve your management skills. Read More