Reasons for Default and Client Compensation Claims
Claims submitted to the FSCS against Reis Financial Planning Ltd often relate to unsuitable pension transfer advice and recommendations involving high-risk or inappropriate investments. Many clients were advised to transfer pensions into schemes that did not match their financial goals or risk profile, resulting in significant losses.
With the company now in default, the FSCS is reviewing claims and issuing compensation to eligible individuals.
Trading Styles:
| Trading Name | Date Range |
|---|---|
| Reis Financial Planning Ltd | Primary name |
The firm is not known to have operated under any other trading styles.
Why can you claim for compensation or redress against Reis Financial Planning Ltd?
As the firm is no longer trading and has been declared in default, clients who received unsuitable or negligent financial advice may qualify for compensation through the FSCS — even if the advice was given years ago.
Background
- Companies House Incorporation Date: 18 May 2012
- FCA Authorisation Date: 11 July 2012
- FCA Firm Reference Number: 596325
- Status: In liquidation and declared in default by the FSCS
- Typical Complaints: Mis-sold pensions and unsuitable investment recommendations
Who was involved?
According to the FCA Register, individuals involved in regulated activities at Reis Financial Planning Ltd include:
- Luis Fernando Reis
There may have been other advisers or directors involved during the company’s period of authorisation.
Appointed Representatives and Agents
There are no publicly listed appointed representatives associated with Reis Financial Planning Ltd. If your financial advice came via someone acting on behalf of the firm, we can investigate whether it falls under its regulatory permissions.
How can we help?
We’ve helped thousands of clients secure FSCS compensation for financial losses resulting from poor advice. With our No Win No Fee service, you face no financial risk when pursuing your claim with us.
How does it work?
We start with a free consultation to understand your situation. If we believe you have a valid claim, we’ll gather the required documents, build your case, and submit it to the FSCS on your behalf. Our team handles the process from start to finish, with the goal of securing the maximum compensation available.
Seek Claim Advice Today
Don’t miss your opportunity to claim. Time limits may apply, so it’s important to act quickly.
Call 0800 041 8358 to speak to one of our pension and investment claims specialists. Even if you’ve previously claimed, you may still be entitled to more.
NB: Information for this page was gathered on 07/05/2025 from the FSCS, FCA Register, and Companies House, and is accurate to the best of our knowledge as of that date.
Company background (public record)
The company was incorporated at Companies House on 9 January 2015 under company number 09381108. Its status at Companies House is recorded as dissolved.
Registered office: 17 Gravel Walks, Oldham, OL4 1JY, England.
Nature of business (SIC): 66290.
Company timeline (public record)
Key dated events for this firm, drawn from public records. Each entry shows its source.
| Date | Event | Source |
|---|---|---|
| 09 Jan 2015 | Company incorporated | Companies House |
| 09 Jan 2015 | Joanne Louise Slocombe appointed secretary | Companies House |
| 09 Jan 2015 | Christian Michael Slocombe appointed director | Companies House |
| 05 Jun 2015 | Christian Michael Slocombe approved by the FCA at the firm | FCA Register |
| 22 Mar 2019 | Mark Scott approved by the FCA at the firm | FCA Register |
| 01 Nov 2020 | David Spencer Shirley approved by the FCA at the firm | FCA Register |
| 06 Jun 2023 | FCA status recorded as: No longer authorised | FCA Register |
| 31 Oct 2023 | Company dissolved | Companies House |
| 20 Feb 2025 | Declared in default by the FSCS | FSCS |
Who was involved?
The following individuals are listed on public records in connection with the firm. These are matters of public record only and their inclusion does not imply any wrongdoing by any named person.
- David Spencer Shirley. Listed on the FCA Register as having held [FCA CF] Client dealing (01/11/2020 to 04/08/2021), [FCA CF] Functions requiring qualifications (01/11/2020 to 04/08/2021) at the firm.
- Christian Michael Slocombe. Listed on the FCA Register as having held [FCA CF] Client dealing (09/12/2019 to 04/08/2021), [FCA CF] Functions requiring qualifications (09/12/2019 to 04/08/2021), Responsible for Insurance Distribution (01/10/2018 to 06/06/2023), SMF17 Money Laundering Reporting Officer (MLRO) (09/12/2019 to 06/06/2023) at the firm.
- Mark Scott. Listed on the FCA Register as having held [FCA CF] Client dealing (09/12/2019 to 04/08/2021), [FCA CF] Functions requiring qualifications (09/12/2019 to 04/08/2021), CF30 Customer (22/03/2019 to 08/12/2019) at the firm.
- Joanne Louise Slocombe. Listed at Companies House as secretary (appointed 2015-01-09).
Review page sources: FCA Register (FRN 673257) · Companies House (09381108) · FSCS. Public records, provided for transparency.
