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A guide to UK FCA Authorised Funds

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Authorised funds are a cornerstone of the UK’s asset management infrastructure. Our new in-depth UK Authorised Funds Guide by Grania Baird and Beth Walsh takes a comprehensive look at the various structures and regulatory types of authorised funds as well as the parties involved in their establishment and management.

The guide explains in detail:

  1. Structure of UK Authorised Funds
  2. Types of UK Authorised Funds
  3. Specialist Fund Types and Categories
  4. Key Parties in UK Authorised Funds
  5. Establishment Process and Key Documentation
  6. Marketing and Distribution
  7. Ongoing Supervision of UK Authorised Funds
  8. Taxation of UK Authorised Funds
  9. Current Issues

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UK FCA Authorised Funds Guide 

If you require further information about anything covered in this guide, please contact Grania Baird, Beth Walsh or your usual contact at the firm on +44 (0)20 3375 7000.

This publication is a general summary of the law. It should not replace legal advice tailored to your specific circumstances.

© Farrer & Co LLP, November 2022

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About the authors

Grania Baird banking lawyer

Grania Baird

Partner

Grania leads the financial services regulatory and funds practice at Farrer & Co. She has over 20 years of experience acting for clients across the sector, including private banks, wealth managers, asset managers and, more recently, payment services firms and Fintech businesses.

Grania leads the financial services regulatory and funds practice at Farrer & Co. She has over 20 years of experience acting for clients across the sector, including private banks, wealth managers, asset managers and, more recently, payment services firms and Fintech businesses.

Email Grania +44 (0)20 3375 7443
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Beth Walsh

Senior Associate

Beth is a highly regarded adviser to asset managers and ACDs, trusted for delivering clear, strategic guidance on FCA authorised funds and complex regulatory matters. She helps clients navigate regulatory and operational challenges, providing commercially focused solutions across the full fund lifecycle – from new fund launches and restructurings to schemes of arrangements, fund closures and other lifecycle projects.

Beth is a highly regarded adviser to asset managers and ACDs, trusted for delivering clear, strategic guidance on FCA authorised funds and complex regulatory matters. She helps clients navigate regulatory and operational challenges, providing commercially focused solutions across the full fund lifecycle – from new fund launches and restructurings to schemes of arrangements, fund closures and other lifecycle projects.

Email Beth +44 (0)20 3375 7903
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