Disclosure of a lack of independence obligations

Disclosure of a lack of independence obligations

As previously reported, from 1 July 2021, the new law requires written disclosure of a lack of independence in relation to personal advice in a FSG where an AFSL /AR is not entitled to use the words ‘independent’ (or similar words) under the Corporations...
Further FASEA exam extension confirmed

Further FASEA exam extension confirmed

Prepared by Rosie Jervis A Treasury Press release has confirmed that the Government will provide a further, limited, extension to enable existing advisers to complete the FASEA exam. Recognising the ongoing impacts of the covid pandemic the Government has...
June 2021 AML changes – the highlights!

June 2021 AML changes – the highlights!

Prepared by Catherine Evans and Rosie Jervis. There are changes to the AML/CTF Act and Rules that came into effect on 18 June 2021 that: clarify obligations to re-verify KYC information when you have doubts about the identity of the customer, beneficial owner or...