PFS launches sustainability regulation course for advisers

Aligned with the FCA's Sustainability Disclosure Requirements

Isabel Baxter
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The Personal Finance Society (PFS) has launched a course to help financial advisers adapt to social and regulatory expectations around sustainable investment.

The course is aligned with the Financial Conduct Authority's (FCA) Sustainability Disclosure Requirements (SDR) and investment labels' policy statement. Starting from 31 May, it includes rules and guidance around the market for sustainable investment products. It also recognises the increased demand from clients wanting to invest sustainably, PFS said.  The 50-minute e-learning course is expected to help advisers meet the FCA's expectations around its anti-greenwashing rule and unpack the regulator's new investment labels. The trade body said this will support them in offering c...

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