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With the Consumer Duty coming into force on 31 July, Russell Bignall, Managing Director Sales, and Alastair Black, Head of Savings Policy, discuss the impact of the rules on adviser firms in our Podcast Special, provide guidance on how to get ready and look towards the landscape ahead, under the Consumer Duty, to help advisers to continue to do the right thing and ensure good outcomes for their clients.

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You can also listen to this podcast on Spotify: The abrdn adviser podcast

Take a look at our Consumer Duty practical support page to access our full range of step-by-step guides and templates to help your firm meet its obligations under the Consumer Duty rules.

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