Together has been granted full authorisation from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) for its second charge mortgage business.

Marcus Golby, its group services director, said: “This is great news for our business and highlights our commitment to ensuring we deliver the very highest standards of service and adhere to the principles of treating customers fairly.

“This successful outcome is thanks to the hard work of our colleagues and our commitment to delivering the best possible solution for each customer.”

Head of compliance Sue Mallender added: “We are grateful to the FCA for the quick turnaround on this, with less than six months from application to full permission.”