Is the claims management market working?
Why this matters
FCA announces comprehensive market study of claims management companies (CMCs) and law firms handling financial services and housing disrepair claims. Addresses poor conduct including misleading advertising, unfair fees, and lack of consumer consent. Informational announcement of regulatory review with enforcement actions already underway. Affects CMCs, law firms, and financial services firms receiving claims. No immediate compliance deadline indicated.
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What the FCA said
When consumers are wronged, many rightly seek fair compensation. Some complain directly, without paying a penny using free Ombudsman services. Others turn to claims management companies (CMCs) or law firms.They can provide a valuable service and support access to justice.However, we’ve seen firsthand from the way some…
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Context
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) — UK financial services regulator. We track 425 updates from them.
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This update is classified under Consumer Protection / Conduct, Authorisation & Licensing, Consumer Credit and Banking & Credit.