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Anti-hawking: Update to RG 38

18 August 2021

In the ABA’s view, the guidance detailed throughout RG38 provides clarity over the forms of communication subject to the prohibition, the nature and scope of a consumer’s consent. However, the guide does not adequately consider the types of interactions between customers and frontline staff. These interactions vary greatly and, in many cases, involve a frontline staff member needing to gain an understanding of a customer’s needs to educate them on the scope of products.

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