Prudential Distribution Limited

Reference number: 194709

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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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Also trades as
  • Pru

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
SC212640
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
2 November 2000 (25 years old)
Registered office
5 Central Way, Kildean Business Park, Stirling, FK8 1FT, United Kingdom
Nature of business
  • Financial intermediation not elsewhere classified (SIC 64999)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Matthew Howells Director Sep 1978 25 Jun 2022
Lee Bullen Director Jun 1980 13 Dec 2022
Spencer Horgan Director Dec 1974 19 Jan 2023
Clive Grant Bolton Director Sep 1961 25 Sep 2023
M&G MANAGEMENT SERVICES LIMITED Corporate secretary Not published 4 Oct 2019

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 (6)
  • 0118 338 4946
  • 0118 338 5063
  • 020 3129 2252
  • 020 3936 8668
  • 020 3966 4563
  • 020 8243 8854
Fake email addresses (10)
  • complaints@pruplc.co.uk
  • info@pruadvisers.co.uk
  • info@pruadvisers.com
  • info@prudentialadvisers.com
  • info@prudentialltd.co.uk
  • info@prudentialltd.com
  • info@prultd.co.uk
  • info@prultd.com
  • info@pruplc.co.uk
  • info@theprudentialplc.com
Fake websites (1)
  • pruintl.co.uk
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.
  • Sell or arrange insurance FSCS may apply
    Eligible insurance claims may be FSCS-protected, often 90%, or 100% for compulsory or long-term cover.
  • Advise on or arrange mortgages FSCS may apply
    Mortgage advice and arranging may be FSCS-covered, up to the limit that applies.
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  • Advising on regulated mortgage contracts
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Arranging (bringing about) regulated mortgage contracts
  • Assisting in the administration and performance of a contract of insurance
  • Dealing in investments as agent
  • 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.

Previously registered as

The FCA register holds 2 earlier registered names for this firm. A registered name changes when a firm rebrands, and a partnership's changes whenever its partners do.

  • Prudential UK Intermediaries Limited
  • Scottish Amicable Financial Services Limited

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Prudential Distribution Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Prudential Distribution Limited (FRN 194709) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Prudential Distribution?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Prudential Distribution to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Prudential Distribution a scam or clone?
Prudential Distribution 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 Prudential Distribution's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Prudential Distribution's FRN is 194709. You can verify it on the FCA register.