Brunel PI Brokers Ltd

Reference number: 1005969

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Appointed representative

This firm does not hold FCA authorisation of its own. It acts under a principal firm, which is legally responsible for its regulated business.

Responsible principal firm

BRUNEL INSURANCE BROKERS LTD Reference number: 556188 Authorised View firm →
What does this mean?
  • An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct.
  • Brunel PI Brokers Ltd (FRN 1005969) is an AR of BRUNEL INSURANCE BROKERS LTD (FRN 556188). When you use Brunel PI Brokers's services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm.
  • Example: if you take financial advice from Brunel PI Brokers, complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances.
  • Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.

Identity

Check their details

Compare these against whatever you were given. Scammers clone real firm names and reference numbers but use their own phone number and website, so a detail that does not match the register is the clearest warning sign there is.

Also trades as
  • Brunel Tech

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
15237559
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
26 October 2023 (2 years old)
Registered office
The Crescent, Temple Back, Bristol, BS1 6EZ, United Kingdom
Nature of business
  • Activities of insurance agents and brokers (SIC 66220)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Russell Alan Lane Director Jun 1977 26 Oct 2023
Jonathan Filer Director Dec 1987 26 Apr 2024

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Protection through the principal firm
    Protection works through BRUNEL INSURANCE BROKERS LTD, the principal firm responsible for this firm's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.

Complaints: You can refer a complaint about this firm to the Financial Ombudsman Service for free, whichever activity it relates to.

Track record

FCA actions and complaints

No FCA disciplinary action, and no complaints recorded with the Ombudsman.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Brunel PI Brokers Ltd FCA authorised?
Brunel PI Brokers Ltd (FRN 1005969) is not directly authorised. It is an appointed representative acting under the responsibility of a directly authorised principal firm.
What does appointed representative mean for Brunel PI Brokers?
An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct. Brunel PI Brokers Ltd (FRN 1005969) is an AR of BRUNEL INSURANCE BROKERS LTD (FRN 556188). When you use Brunel PI Brokers's services, the FCA authorisation sits with the principal firm. Example: if you take financial advice from Brunel PI Brokers, complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances. Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.
Is my money safe with Brunel PI Brokers?
Protection works through BRUNEL INSURANCE BROKERS LTD, the principal firm responsible for Brunel PI Brokers's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.
Is Brunel PI Brokers a scam or clone?
Brunel PI Brokers is a genuine FCA-listed firm. However, scammers sometimes clone authorised firms. Always check that the contact details you were given match those on the FCA register before sending money or sharing information.
What is Brunel PI Brokers's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Brunel PI Brokers's FRN is 1005969. You can verify it on the FCA register.