Regulator’s Lucy Castledine reflects on Consumer Duty six months in
‘This industry is the closest to understanding vulnerability’
Proactive approach in identification and support
There is ‘some work to be done' with how firms implement the rules
Many fair value assessments found to not be relying on solid data
Firms can identify areas of improvement with the new tool
FCA asks firms about ongoing services in response to Consumer Duty
Consumer Duty may lead to tensions between advisers and providers
Advice practice formerly traded as Tom Carroll Associates FP
To help firms meet Consumer Duty standards