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FCA explains: pre-paid funeral plans regulation

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In focus

Regulating the funeral plans sector

Providers and directly authorised intermediaries selling pre-paid funeral plans must be authorised.
More on our regulation

Final rules on funeral plans regulation

Includes guidance for providers on arrangements for trust-backed funeral plans.
Read PS21/15