Protocol Capital Management Limited

Reference number: 400263

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Scammers have impersonated this firm. The FCA has published 1 warning naming the fake phone numbers, emails and websites they used. See the warnings →

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
05048430
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
18 February 2004 (22 years old)
Registered office
Wellfield House, Nut Bush Lane, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 6LE
Nature of business
  • Activities of insurance agents and brokers (SIC 66220)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Christopher Horswell Director Apr 1959 18 Feb 2004
Stephen Horswell Director Jan 1964 18 Feb 2004
Stephen Horswell Secretary Not published 18 Feb 2004

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Warning

Scammers have impersonated this firm

Fraudsters have used this firm's name or details with their own contact information to appear genuine. Check whatever you were given below, and against the firm's real details above.

Fake phone numbers (3)
  • +15618553142
  • +16473131343
  • 020 4549 6793
Fake email addresses (2)
  • compliance@protocol.vin
  • support@protocol.vin
Fake websites (1)
  • protocol.vin
The FCA warning these came from

Scammers change these details often. Always check the live FCA warning.

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.
  • Advise on or arrange mortgages · Arrange equity release FSCS may apply
    Mortgage advice and arranging may be FSCS-covered, up to the limit that applies.
  • 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 a home reversion plan
  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Advising on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs
  • Advising on regulated mortgage contracts
  • Arranging (bringing about) a home reversion plan
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Arranging (bringing about) regulated mortgage contracts
  • Debt-counselling
  • Making arrangements with a view to a home reversion plan
  • Making arrangements with a view to regulated mortgage contracts
  • 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.

The clone warnings above are scammers using this firm's name, not something the firm has done.

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Protocol Capital Management Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Protocol Capital Management Limited (FRN 400263) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Protocol Capital Management?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Protocol Capital Management to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Protocol Capital Management a scam or clone?
Protocol Capital Management 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 Protocol Capital Management's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Protocol Capital Management's FRN is 400263. You can verify it on the FCA register.