PA Asks: Should the FCA intervene to tackle pension delays?

Plus, did the FCA's consolidation review go far enough?

Professional Adviser
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PA Asks: Should the FCA intervene to tackle pension delays?

In this week's PA Asks, we want to know whether you think the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) should intervene to tackle pension delays.

Also in PA Asks this week:

  • Did the FCA consolidation review go far enough?

  • Have more of your clients taken their tax-free cash?

  • What is the top change you would want to see at the Financial Ombudsman Service?

Take part in the weekly poll here

Please note this poll will close on Friday, 7 November.

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