The Institute of Osteopathy

Reference number: 409688

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Appointed representative

This firm does not hold FCA authorisation of its own. It acts under a principal firm, which is legally responsible for its regulated business.

The FCA register does not name a principal for this firm.

What does this mean?
  • An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct.
  • The Institute of Osteopathy (FRN 409688) is listed as an appointed representative, but the register does not show its principal firm here. Find the principal on the FCA register before dealing with this firm.
  • Example: if you take financial advice from The Institute of Osteopathy, complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances.
  • Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.

Identity

Check their details

Compare these against whatever you were given. Scammers clone real firm names and reference numbers but use their own phone number and website, so a detail that does not match the register is the clearest warning sign there is.

Company details

From the company's Companies House record.

Company number
02391297
Company status
Active
Company type
Private company limited by guarantee
Incorporated
1 June 1989 (37 years old)
Registered office
3 Park Terrace, Manor Road, Luton, Beds, LU1 3HN
Nature of business
  • Activities of professional membership organisations (SIC 94120)

Current directors and secretaries

Name Role Born Appointed
Daniel Luke Schurer Collis Director Jul 1997 20 Nov 2020
Christine Faulconbridge Director Oct 1964 29 Oct 2021
Elliott John Reid Director Jun 1991 29 Oct 2021
Fabio Basile Director Jan 1982 28 Oct 2022
Trevor Purt (Prof) Director Jul 1954 20 Oct 2023
Margaret Sharon Potter Director Nov 1970 17 Jun 2024
David James Kennett Director May 1980 16 Nov 2024
Claire Piper Director Apr 1969 16 Nov 2024
Alison Robinson Canham (Dr) Director Oct 1967 1 Jun 2025
Gabrielle Page Audrey Anderson Director Mar 2000 21 Nov 2025
Aaron Ross Porter Director Jan 1985 21 Nov 2025
Alison Robinson Canham (Dr) Secretary Not published 1 Jun 2025

Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • Protection through the principal firm
    Protection works through the principal firm responsible for this firm's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.

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.

  • British Osteopathic Association Ltd

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is The Institute of Osteopathy FCA authorised?
The Institute of Osteopathy (FRN 409688) is not directly authorised. It is an appointed representative acting under the responsibility of a directly authorised principal firm.
What does appointed representative mean for The Institute of Osteopathy?
An appointed representative (AR) can carry out regulated financial services, but is not directly authorised by the FCA. A principal firm holds the authorisation and is legally responsible for the AR's conduct. The Institute of Osteopathy (FRN 409688) is listed as an appointed representative, but the register does not show its principal firm here. Find the principal on the FCA register before dealing with this firm. Example: if you take financial advice from The Institute of Osteopathy, complaints and compensation usually follow the same rules as dealing with the principal, but this depends on the product and your circumstances. Before you proceed, confirm contact details match the official FCA register for both firms. Scammers sometimes clone legitimate AR names and FRNs but use fake phone numbers and websites.
Is my money safe with The Institute of Osteopathy?
Protection works through the principal firm responsible for The Institute of Osteopathy's regulated activity. FSCS cover and the Financial Ombudsman Service apply as they would to the principal.
Is The Institute of Osteopathy a scam or clone?
The Institute of Osteopathy 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 Institute of Osteopathy's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
The Institute of Osteopathy's FRN is 409688. You can verify it on the FCA register.