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Hornbuckle Mitchell — Pension Claim

Hornbuckle Mitchell SIPP was acquired by and rebranded to Options UK Personal Pensions. If you held a Hornbuckle Mitchell SIPP that was transferred into the Options UK book, your claim runs against Options UK — which is in FSCS default.

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What Happened

Hornbuckle Mitchell was a SIPP operator that was acquired by and rebranded as Options UK Personal Pensions LLP (formerly Carey Pensions UK). The Hornbuckle Mitchell client book was integrated into the Options UK SIPP structure.

Options UK is now in FSCS default and is the subject of the landmark Adams v Options UK [2021] and Fletcher v Options UK [2024] Court of Appeal decisions. Former Hornbuckle Mitchell clients whose SIPPs transitioned to Options UK should treat their claim as an Options UK claim.

Which Claim Routes Apply

Route 3

FSCS Compensation (Options UK default)

Options UK is in FSCS default. Former Hornbuckle Mitchell clients should submit FSCS claims against Options UK.

Up to £85,000
Route 4

Civil Litigation — FSMA s.27

Where the original Hornbuckle Mitchell introducer was unregulated, FSMA s.27 provides the full uncapped civil court remedy.

Uncapped
⚠ Time Limit Warning — Act Now

The FSCS route for Options UK (formerly Hornbuckle Mitchell) is open. The FOS clock runs from the original transfer date. Act immediately. See redressadvisory.com/time-limits for the full limitation framework.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Hornbuckle Mitchell the same as Options UK?

Yes. Hornbuckle Mitchell was rebranded to Options UK Personal Pensions. The same legal entity that is now in FSCS default administered your SIPP under the Hornbuckle Mitchell name.

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Redress Advisory Ltd is a technology platform. Regulated claims work carried out by our SRA-authorised Operating Partner solicitor firms. You may complain directly to the FOS (0800 023 4567) or FSCS (0800 678 1100) free of charge. Legal references: Berkeley Burke v FOS [2018] EWHC 2878 · Adams v Options UK [2021] EWCA Civ 1188 · Fletcher v Options UK [2024] EWCA Civ 541.