Welcome to Watchdog Services
At Watchdog Services, we provide expert oversight, management, and solutions based on trusted data from the Financial Conduct Authority and Companies House. With a proven track record dating back to 1988, our experience spans decades of delivering excellence in compliance, and marketing.
Our Mission Our goal is to offer reliable, efficient, and comprehensive services that empower our clients to make informed decisions with confidence.
Why Choose Watchdog Services?
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Decades of Expertise: With experience dating back to 1988, we bring deep industry knowledge to every engagement.
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Proven Track Record: We have worked with hundreds of clients, including major banks, building societies, insurance companies, and investment houses.
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Trusted Data Sources: Our insights are grounded in authoritative data from the Financial Conduct Authority and Companies House.
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Proactive Risk Management: Identifying and mitigating potential issues before they become challenges.
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Confidentiality & Trust: Your security and privacy are our highest priorities.
Partner with Watchdog Services for unparalleled diligence and expertise. Contact us today to learn how we can support and protect your interests.
Firm monitoring
Easily define a watchlist of chosen firms on the FCA register and receive daily or weekly reports on them. Monitor their authorisation status and permissions seamlessly. Get email alerts for any changes. Take charge of staying informed and proactive in monitoring their status and permissions, disciplinary history, individuals and more. Explore our FCA Firms Monitor.
Individual Tracking
Effortlessly compile a list of preferred individuals registered with the FCA and receive regular updates. Seamlessly oversee their current roles or employer. Receive email notifications of changes. Stay updated and monitor their occupational status with ease. To see more explore our FCA Individuals tracker
New Firm Tracking
Stay ahead by monitoring the latest additions in firms registered with the FCA. Explore near real-time updates on newly registered entities, empowering you with timely information.
Be in the know and stay proactive in tracking new Firms effortlessly with our New Firm Tracker.
Special Request
We have extensive experience in the development and application of reports based on FCA register data. If you have any special requirements regarding reporting, monitoring of firms, links between principals and Appointed Representatives, or any other matter within this field contact us
A Seamless User Experience
USER FRIENDLY PLATFORM
FULLY SECURED ENVIROMENT
IMPROVED EFFICIENCY
MONITOR CRITICAL DATA
EMAIL ALERTS
EASY DEPLOYMENT
Built by Professionals, for Professionals
We have been involved in the provision of FCA data since 1988 and have worked with hundreds of clients and the FCA since then. We are very familiar with all of the data supplied by the FCA and how it is used within client systems.
We have used these years of experience to design our service to meet our clients’ needs. You can be confident with the accuracy of the data supplied, and on the system, we have developed to supply them to you.
The Financial Services Register & Extract
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Register is a comprehensive database of financial services firms, individuals, and other bodies regulated by the FCA in the UK. Through the Watchdog Services online platform, users can not only access this critical information but also extract key details on permissions, activities, and regulatory history. With the ability to monitor specific firms or individuals, users can verify authorization status, review regulated activities, and ensure they are engaging with legitimate, regulated entities in the financial services industry. The FCA Register and extract services play a crucial role in promoting transparency, consumer protection, and maintaining market integrity by providing accessible and up-to-date information for consumers, businesses, and regulators alike.
Register & Extract New Firms Update:
In the last week, there were 51 new firms registered with the FCA, reflecting a 53.7% decrease from the 109 new registrations of the previous week. The unique counts of status included 33 Appointed Representatives, 3 Authorised firms, 14 Appointed Representatives - introducers, and 1 Registered firm. Notably, the top principal names comprised multiple entries classified as "Unknown," with 8 new firms under the first principal and none having active Appointed Representatives. Compared to the previous week, there was a significant drop in the number of new firms across all categories, particularly in Appointed Representative - introducers, which fell by 81.3% from 75 to 14.
FCA Registered Individual Role Changes within the Firms We Monitor:
In the latest week, the UK financial services industry saw a notable increase in activity among registered individuals, with 367 movements compared to 349 last week. Specifically, there were 167 professionals joining new firms, up from 154 previously. However, there was a rise in departures as well: 274 left their firms this week versus last week's figure of 204. The roles experiencing significant changes included CF1 Directors (AR), where joiners surged from 26 to 63 even though leavers slightly decreased from 29 to 52. The Account Representative role also saw more hires but fewer leavings—17 professionals joined compared to last week's higher total of 31 leaving the firm. Additionally, while overall role changes dropped slightly—16 this week down from last week's higher count of28—the sector is witnessing ongoing shifts and adaptations within its ranks amidst these varied transitions.