The Griffin Insurance Association Limited

Reference number: 202720

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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
02134231
Company status
Active
Company type
Private company limited by guarantee
Incorporated
22 May 1987 (39 years old)
Registered office
33 King William Street, London, EC4R 9AT, England
Nature of business
  • Non-life insurance (SIC 65120)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Hugh Anthony Armytage Director Aug 1955 5 Jul 2018
Maryse Therese Hazell Director Jun 1966 4 Oct 2018
Adam Paul Stafford Director Jun 1978 4 Jul 2019
Gary Dean Masters Director Feb 1963 4 Jul 2019
Finlay Smith Director Apr 1961 21 Dec 2022
Julian Peter Mcguiggan Director Dec 1966 20 Dec 2023
Andrew Hedger Director Feb 1966 26 Mar 2024
Rebecca Briony Scott Director Jan 1979 1 Oct 2024
Matthew John Grover Director Sep 1976 1 Apr 2025
Ian John Cooper Director Jun 1970 1 Jun 2025
Franz Josef Knoblauch Director Dec 1964 1 Jul 2026
Matthew Tam Secretary Not published 22 Aug 2024

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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.
  • 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.

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  • Accepting Deposits
  • Advising on investments (except on Pension Transfers and Pension Opt Outs)
  • Arranging (bringing about) deals in investments
  • Carrying out contracts of insurance
  • Dealing in investments as principal
  • Effecting contracts of insurance

Limits on what they may do

  • Must comply with the Solvency II Firms Sector of the PRA Rulebook.
    The Firm must comply with the Solvency II Firms Sector of the PRA Rulebook.

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 The Griffin Insurance Association Limited FCA authorised?
Yes, The Griffin Insurance Association Limited (FRN 202720) is authorised by the FCA to carry out regulated activities.
Is my money safe with The Griffin Insurance Association?
It depends on the product, but eligible claims may be protected by the FSCS. You can also refer complaints about The Griffin Insurance Association to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is The Griffin Insurance Association a scam or clone?
The Griffin Insurance Association 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 The Griffin Insurance Association's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
The Griffin Insurance Association's FRN is 202720. You can verify it on the FCA register.