Nick Cann, chief executive of the Institute of Financial Planning (IFP), says the new AIFA director general has a perfect opportunity to represent IFAs in a changing landscape…
There is plenty to reflect on with the resignation of Chris Cummings as director general of AIFA and the announcement of the demise of the FSA and the formation of the Consumer Protection and Markets Authority. All this followed in close order with the release of CP 10/14 to further colour in the professional standards requirements. Chris Cummings has done a good job with a very difficult mandate. Now is the time for the board of AIFA to consider what is the most appropriate mandate to give to the new director general. This is essential if he/she is to take full advantage of the opportun...
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