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FCA obtains restraint order as part of its investigation into WealthTek Limited Liability Partnership

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Published on: 15 November 2023
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LNB News 15/11/2023

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Issue Date: 15 November 2023

Published Date: 15 November 2023

Jurisdiction(s): England, Northern Ireland, Scotland and Wales

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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a statement on its regulatory and criminal investigation into WealthTek Limited Liability Partnership, announcing that on 8 November 2023 it sought and obtained a restraint order under the Proceeds of Crime Act 2002. The order ‘replaces’ the worldwide freezing order previously in place.

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