Is it time to switch to online applications..?
Save time & money with an online finance application system by David Grant There’s nothing wrong with using paper-based loan application forms ― they’re traditional, straightforward and all your salespeople need is a CCS biro! As a business you may feel, if the process isn’t broken why fix it? But there may be benefits to […]
61% of installers expect consumer spending to rise in 2016
61% of installers expect consumer spending to rise in 2016 The Consumer Protection Association commissioned a survey of over 12000 installers on their business performance and expectations for the industry throughout the rest of 2016. The report highlights issues such as skill shortages are holding company growth back. 47% said profit margins had increased on […]
Reminder about displaying your FCA FRN number
Reminder about displaying your FCA FRN number The FCA have reminded firms that they are only allowed to continue to use their Interim Permission (IP) number for 90 days following authorisation. After that period the firm should have ensured that it has replaced the IP number and displays its FRN number. You can locate your […]
SRJ moves to new purpose-built headquarters
SRJ (Scotland) Ltd has moved to new purpose-built headquarters on Innova Campus, Viking Way in Rosyth. Established in 1992, SRJ is a family-run business specialising in PVCu and aluminium windows, doors and conservatories. After many successful years, the business had outgrown its existing premises and decided to move to a state of the art facility […]
Thanks to everyone who visited the CCS stand at the FIT Show
Thanks to everyone who visited the CCS stand at the FIT Show Attendance at this year’s FIT Show was up a fantastic 45% on 2014 with over 8500 visitors. CCS was one of more than 180 businesses exhibiting at the show in Telford. Over the three days we had an exceptionally large number of enquiries […]
The Consumer Credit (Disclosure of Information) (Amendment) Regulations 2016
The Consumer Credit (Disclosure of Information) (Amendment) Regulations 2016 have been published. It amends the rules for companies around using their Firm Reference Numbers (FRN). In short, once authorised and issued with an FRN, a company may continue to use its ‘Interim Permission Number’ on forms for a period of 90 days after that it […]
Credit for home improvements
Using credit for home improvements: the best way for customers to buy For most homeowners, taking the decision to go ahead with a home improvement project is a major purchasing decision. Some customers will have a couple of repayment options open to them, but buying on consumer credit has several benefits and could be the […]
The Government to introduce new rules on cold calling
Cold callers will no longer be able to hide or disguise phone numbers from May Companies that use cold calling as part of their lead generation activities will no longer be able to hide or disguise phone numbers. Under new rules, firms will have to display phone numbers even if using a call centre based […]
New FCA website to launch in June
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is to launch a redesigned website in June with the aim of improving users’ experience. The refreshed site has been designed to: present information in a clearer and better structured way make it easier to find, understand and complete regulatory tasks and information work equally well on a desktop PC or […]
Tracey McDermott to leave the FCA
Tracey McDermott, Acting Chief Executive, has announced she is leaving the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) on 1 July 2016. Andrew Bailey was appointed as the new Chief Executive on 26 January and will take up the position on the 1 July 2016. Tracey became the Acting Chief Executive in September 2015. She has previously been Director […]