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UK moves to tighten Appointed Representatives oversight

( February 12, 2026, 10:13 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The UK is tightening oversight of Appointed Representatives amid concerns that the regime is risky to consumers. An AR conducts a regulated activity without authorization from the Financial Conduct Authority, but under the responsibility of an authorized financial services firm, known as a principal. The finance ministry opened a consultation proposing, among other changes, a new FCA permission for firms that act as principals. Statement is attached....

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