A reminder to firms with ARs and/or IARs that the FCA’s Section 165 (S165) data request needs to be completed and submitted by 28th February 2023.

AMI has updated its Q&A document following discussion with member firms and the FCA. Click here to view.

For more information on the S165 data request please click here.

My firm has ARs/IARs but hasn’t received the data request?

Check your spam/junk folder first. If it’s not there, please check your Principal User details on Connect are up to date and email firm.queries@fca.org.uk to ask for the request.

I’ve submitted the data request but I’ve realised some of the information is incorrect. Can I re-submit?

Yes, you can resubmit the data – email firm.queries@fca.org.uk and the FCA will send you a new link to reopen the form. Everything you entered previously will be pre-populated.

What happens if I don’t respond to the S165?

Firms within scope that do not respond to the request could be subject to further action by the FCA.