CODE COMMITTEE FOR FINANCIAL ADVISERS
9 August 2012
The Code Committee for Authorised Financial Advisers (AFAs) has elected David Ireland as Chair for the next 12 months. -
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9 August 2011
FMA announces appointment and reappointments to Code Committee -
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21 September 2010
Minister approves code of conduct for financial advisers
See Minister's news release
27 August
Issues Paper in relation to the 2nd draft of the Code of Professional conduct for Authorised Financial Advisers
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The Code lays down minimum standards of competence, knowledge and skill, ethical behaviour and client care, along with minimum requirements for continuing education and training.
The Code was approved by Hon Simon Power, Minister of Commerce, on 21 September 2010 and came into force on 1 December 2010.
See the Financial Markets Authority booklet version (PDF 716KB) of the code.
The Committee was appointed in July 2009 by the Commissioner for Financial Advisers.
The Code Committee developed and now maintains a professional code of conduct for authorised financial advisers.
For further financial adviser information outside of the scope of the Code, visit www.fma.govt.nz