Tesco Underwriting Limited

Reference number: 517719

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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
06967289
Company status
Active
Company type
Private limited company
Incorporated
20 July 2009 (17 years old)
Registered office
The Omnibus Building, Lesbourne Road, Reigate, Surrey, RH2 7LD, United Kingdom
Nature of business
  • Non-life insurance (SIC 65120)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Caroline Frances Ramsay Director Dec 1962 21 Jul 2016
Margot Cronin Director Aug 1963 6 Sep 2018
Elizabeth Mary Buckley Director Aug 1968 1 Apr 2024
Gillian Barbara Cass Director Mar 1976 29 Nov 2024
Gary John Charles Reader Director Sep 1963 23 Jan 2025
Craig Peter Bundell Director Jan 1981 4 Jul 2025
Jonathan Paul Greenwood Director Mar 1968 29 Sep 2025
Julie Louise Currie Director Mar 1974 31 Oct 2025
Gail Evelyn Stivey Secretary Not published 4 Jul 2025

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Hold or safeguard your money FSCS may apply
    Eligible deposits are typically protected by the FSCS up to £120,000 per person, per banking group.
  • 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.

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  • Accepting Deposits
  • Carrying out contracts of insurance
  • Dealing in investments as principal
  • Effecting contracts of insurance

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

Track record

What customers have complained about

Complaints record

In January–June 2025, the Financial Ombudsman Service received 213 new complaints about this firm, and upheld 40% of the ones it decided.

That is above the 31% median for the firms the Ombudsman reports on.

  • Insurance 213

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is Tesco Underwriting Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, Tesco Underwriting Limited (FRN 517719) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with Tesco Underwriting?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about Tesco Underwriting to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is Tesco Underwriting a scam or clone?
Tesco Underwriting 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 Tesco Underwriting's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
Tesco Underwriting's FRN is 517719. You can verify it on the FCA register.