The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched a new tool to help people protect themselves against scammers who pose as legitimate companies to commit fraud.
'Firm Checker' allows you to investigate whether a firm is authorised and has the correct permissions to provide financial services such as investments, pension plans, mortgages and insurance. We explain what the tool can do and when you should use it.
Source: Which? (12 Dec 2025)
