Karl Dines returns to Professional Adviser with a look back at 'pioneering' FG12/16 and says advisers should consider a move beyond its confines...
2012 was a year of significant events. The Costa Concordia cruise grounded off the Tuscan coast, Queen Elizabeth II celebrated her Diamond Jubilee, and Ed Sheeran and Adele triumphed at the BRIT Awards. It was a year when the Shard, the tallest building in Europe, officially opened its doors, and London prepared for the Olympic Games. Amidst all this, the financial landscape was also evolving, notably with the introduction of FG12/16, a document that would shape investment advisory practices. What is FG12/16 and why is it important? FG12/16: Assessing Suitability: Replacement Busine...
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