Penguin Insurance Services Limited

Reference number: 546067

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Authorised by the FCA

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

Identity

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Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
07539586
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
23 February 2011 (15 years old)
Registered office
Pixmore Centre, Pixmore Avenue, Letchworth Garden City, Herts, SG6 1JG, England
Nature of business
  • Non-life insurance (SIC 65120)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Martin Peter David Lees Director Feb 1972 22 Sep 2011
John Anderson Director Jul 1968 1 Jul 2015
Carlie Jane Gentle - Lees Director Feb 1979 1 Dec 2017

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • 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.
  • 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.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.
  • Lend or arrange credit No FSCS cover
    Consumer credit is not covered by the FSCS, so there is no compensation scheme if the firm fails.

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  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Credit Broking
  • Dealing in investments as agent
  • Debt Administration
  • 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.

Previously registered as

The FCA register holds one earlier registered name for this firm. A registered name changes when a firm rebrands, and a partnership's changes whenever its partners do.

  • Penguin Consultancy Limited

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Penguin Insurance Services Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Penguin Insurance Services Limited (FRN 546067) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Penguin Insurance Services?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Penguin Insurance Services to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Penguin Insurance Services a scam or clone?
Penguin Insurance Services 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 Penguin Insurance Services's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Penguin Insurance Services's FRN is 546067. You can verify it on the FCA register.