Sesame defends networks' RDR record

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Sesame has defended itself against accusations networks are not doing enough to help members reach the Level 4 qualifications required under the RDR.

Last week, training provider Competent Adviser urged networks to address the extra support needed for advisers to reach the correct level. Gillian Tait, director at Competent Adviser, says there is an urgent need to identify and address any potential memory gaps that exist prior to the start of studying at Level 4, along with an ongoing requirement to provide hands-on support to advisers throughout their studies. However, Sesame has hit back and says it is recognising a lot of advisers are going to need extra help during this time and is making plans to help them. Neil Walkling, head ...

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