Code of Ethics & Customer Care
At Graham Carter & Co, we believe in doing what is right — for our clients, our profession, and our community. We are authorised and regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and are committed to the highest ethical and professional standards.
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Our Commitment to You
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Acting in Your Best Interests
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We will always put your needs at the heart of our advice.
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Our recommendations will be based on a clear understanding of your circumstances, priorities, and goals.
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Consumer Duty – Good Outcomes for Clients
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We are committed to the FCA’s Consumer Duty, which means we will always strive to deliver:
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Products & Services – that are right for your needs.
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Price & Value – fair and transparent charges.
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Consumer Understanding – clear, jargon-free information.
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Consumer Support – help when you need it, without unreasonable barriers.
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Vulnerable Clients
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We recognise that some clients may be more vulnerable due to health, personal circumstances, or financial understanding.
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We take extra care to identify and support vulnerable clients.
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We adapt our services where necessary to ensure everyone receives fair treatment and clear advice.
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How We Work
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Data Protection & Confidentiality
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We comply with the UK GDPR and the Data Protection Act 2018.
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Your personal information is held securely and used only for lawful purposes.
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You have rights over your data, including access, correction, and deletion.
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If you would like to know more, please ask us for our Privacy Notice.
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Conflicts of Interest
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We aim to avoid conflicts of interest wherever possible.
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If a conflict arises, we will explain it clearly and agree with you how it should be managed.
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Financial Crime Prevention
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We take financial crime seriously and have safeguards in place to protect you and your money.
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We will always verify bank account changes or unusual instructions before acting.
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Professional Standards
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We follow the Chartered Insurance Institute’s (CII) Code of Ethics, including:
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Acting with integrity and professionalism
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Being honest, fair and respectful
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Maintaining our technical knowledge through continuous professional development
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Treating everyone fairly, regardless of background or personal circumstances
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If Things Go Wrong
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We always aim to deliver the highest standard of service. However, if something does go wrong:
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We have a formal complaints procedure.
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We will try to resolve your concerns quickly and fairly.
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If you are not satisfied, you can refer your complaint to the:
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Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS)
Exchange Tower, London, E14 9SR
Tel: 0800 023 4567
Website: www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk
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Our Promise
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We will always act with honesty, integrity, and professionalism.
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We will communicate clearly and openly.
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We will provide advice and services that are suitable for your needs.
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We will treat you fairly, respectfully, and with care at all times.
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If you ever feel we are not living up to these standards, we encourage you to let us know so we can put things right.
