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Complaints Procedure & Client Safeguards

Ethical Adviser is committed to providing prompt, fair, and transparent handling of any dissatisfaction in accordance with Financial Conduct Authority regulations.

How to Register a Formal Complaint

If you wish to register a complaint, please write to or telephone our designated Compliance Officer:

Martin Brennan

Compliance Officer
Ethical Adviser (UK) Ltd
Elms House, 2A Elms Road
The Royal Town of Sutton Coldfield
West Midlands, B72 1JF
Telephone: 07940 521997
Email: martin@ethicaladviser.co.uk

Internal Handling Procedures

A full written summary of our internal procedures for the reasonable and prompt handling of complaints is available on request. Upon receiving your communication, we will:

  • Acknowledge your complaint promptly in writing within five business days.
  • Conduct a thorough and impartial review of all case notes, files, and recordings.
  • Issue a comprehensive final response letter within eight weeks of original receipt.

Referral to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS)

If you cannot settle your complaint with us, or if eight weeks have elapsed without receiving a final response, you may be entitled to refer the matter to the statutory Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS):

Financial Ombudsman Service Contact Details:

Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS)

We are covered by the FSCS. You may be entitled to compensation from the scheme if we cannot meet our obligations. This depends on the type of business and the circumstances of the claim. Most types of investment business are covered up to £85,000 per eligible person per firm. Further information about compensation arrangements is available from the FSCS (www.fscs.org.uk).

Have Any Questions or Require Direct Guidance?

Martin Brennan is available to discuss any queries regarding your financial planning arrangements with complete discretion.