Posted on 9 May 2018
In this article we highlight two Appeal Board rulings to demonstrate the importance of understanding the role of the office of the Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS) Ombud in performing its functions as described and mandated by the FAIS Act. The main objective of the FAIS Ombud is to consider and handle FAIS related … Continued
Posted on 9 May 2018
The Fit and Proper requirement to implement a Competence Register came into effect on 1 May 2018. FSPs must be able to report to the Registrar if asked to do so, and therefore must establish a Competence Register where they must keep a record of all qualifications, regulatory exams, class of business and product specific … Continued
Posted on 9 May 2018
On 26 April 2018, the Financial Sector Conduct Authority (FSCA) released a statement that Naresh Suresh Tulsie will take over from Noluntu Bam as the new Ombud for Financial Advisory and Intermediary Services (FAIS), effective 1 May 2018. The FSCA noted that Mr. Tulsie will be responsible for promoting consumer protection and fostering the integrity … Continued
Posted on 9 May 2018
The proposed changes to the General Code of Conduct (GCoC) published during November 2017 applies to all authorised Financial Services Providers (FSPs), Key Individuals and Representatives and any changes will therefore have a direct impact on FSPs. Although the proposed amendments have not yet come into effect, they cover several areas. This article aims to … Continued
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