RDR Policy: Industry reaction

Scott Sinclair
clock

The FSA today set out its final rules on adviser charging and service labelling, as well as a discussion paper on platforms. So what do advisers make of it all?

Martyn Laverick, marketing director at AWD Chase de Vere - We fully support the RDR and these new rules. We believe theywill give consumers greater transparency and more confidence in the financial advice they receive. - The new rules will also allow consumers to understand if they are receiving truly independent advice. - It is imperative that consumers understand how much they are going to pay for financial advice, how they are going to pay for it and the services they will receive in return. The RDR will achieve this. - The RDR is a big step forward in ...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

Who really owns the digital client relationship? From ownership to orchestration

Who really owns the digital client relationship? From ownership to orchestration

The battle for the digital layer

Tessa Lee
clock 23 February 2026 • 5 min read
Why more financial advisers should post on TikTok

Why more financial advisers should post on TikTok

‘In 2026, financial advisers should take another look at TikTok’

Joe Jordan
clock 23 February 2026 • 4 min read
Treasury's AR consultation: Extending the FOS' scope a 'concern'

Treasury's AR consultation: Extending the FOS' scope a 'concern'

‘FOS needs to be overhauled as it is’

Isabel Baxter
clock 19 February 2026 • 4 min read