Genesis Special Risks Ltd

Reference number: 311626

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Authorised by the FCA

This firm is on the FCA register and authorised to carry out regulated activities.

Identity

Check their details

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Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
01952005
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
2 October 1985 (40 years old)
Registered office
77 Cornhill, 7th Floor, London, EC3V 3QQ, England
Nature of business
  • Non-life insurance (SIC 65120)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Christopher Arthur Berkeley Kenning Director Mar 1983 1 Jun 2022
Karen Rose Barretto Director May 1975 1 Jun 2022

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Hold or safeguard your money · Manage or trade investments FSCS may apply
    Eligible investment and pension claims are typically FSCS-protected up to £85,000 per person, depending on the product and your circumstances.
  • Give regulated advice FSCS may apply
    A claim for unsuitable advice is itself FSCS-protected, up to the limit that applies to the product you were advised on.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.

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  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Advising on P2P agreements
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Dealing in investments as agent
  • Making arrangements with a view to transactions in investments

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 Genesis Special Risks Ltd FCA authorised?
Yes, Genesis Special Risks Ltd (FRN 311626) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Genesis Special Risks?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Genesis Special Risks to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Genesis Special Risks a scam or clone?
Genesis Special Risks 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 Genesis Special Risks's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Genesis Special Risks's FRN is 311626. You can verify it on the FCA register.