
“This may be the first prosecution of the high-profile for this offence, but for as long as the practice continues, it is likely to be the first of many”
David Claxton has written an opinion piece for FT Advisor following news that the FCA has brought a charge against nine “finfluencers” relating to unauthorised advice. Amongst the nine charged are Reality TV personalities Lauren Goodger (The Only Way is Essex) and Biggs Chris (Love Island).
Read full piece here: [FT Adviser]
Please also see article in Law 360 here: [Law360 – FCA ‘Finfluencer’ Trial Exposes Social Media Promo Risks]
David Claxton specialises in Business Crime and advises and represents professionals, business people and businesses in relation to criminal and regulatory investigations, enforcement and prosecutions. [David Claxton Profile ]