William Herbison

Reference number: 983877

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Authorisation being cancelled

William Herbison has asked the FCA to cancel their authorisation. It is still in force until the FCA processes the application, so existing business keeps its protection, but their regulated work is winding down.

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.

Also trades as
  • Farran Auto Sales

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Activities and protection

What they can do, and how you are protected

  • 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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  • Credit Broking
  • Debt Adjusting
  • Debt-counselling

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.

Names it no longer trades under

This firm has retired 2 trading names. If you were contacted under one of these, the name did belong to this firm, but check the current details above before going ahead.

Show the retired names
  • A W Motors
  • AW Motors NI

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Common questions

Frequently asked questions

Is William Herbison FCA authorised?
William Herbison (FRN 983877) is on the FCA register, but its authorisation is changing (authorisation being cancelled). Check the register before dealing with it.
Is my money safe with William Herbison?
Protection depends on which product you hold and how William Herbison handles your money, so check the specific product before you commit. You can also refer complaints about William Herbison to the Financial Ombudsman Service, free of charge.
Is William Herbison a scam or clone?
William Herbison 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 William Herbison's Firm Reference Number (FRN)?
William Herbison's FRN is 983877. You can verify it on the FCA register.