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Simplybiz launches bespoke compliance digitisation tool for member firms
Simplybiz has announced the launch of a compliance digitisation tool, Navigator, a custom version of regtech provider ifaDASH’s platform, available exclusively to…
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FCA urged to stick with principles-based regulation on investment disclosure
Rachel Vahey, head of public policy at AJ Bell comments: “We welcome and support the FCA’s efforts to make sure customers have…
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Addressing the elephant in the room during the FCA’s Vulnerability Review | Comentis’ Jonathan Barrett looks at what’s missing
Jonathan Barrett (pictured), CEO of Duty of Care Assessment firm, Comentis shares some of his key takeaways from the FCA’s Vulnerability Review.…
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FCA decides to fine and ban Robin Crispin Odey
Mr Odey has referred his Decision Notice to the Upper Tribunal where he and the FCA will present their cases. Any findings…
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ABI responds to FCA update on enforcement proposals and its joint update with the PRA on diversity and inclusion
On the FCA’s latest update not to take forward its proposals to publicise enforcement investigations: ABI Director General Hannah Gurga said: “The FCA’s…
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FCA issues statement updating on its enforcement transparency proposals and D&I – plus reaction
The FCA has released the following statement today, which we have published below in full – as well as including some reactions…
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New PFS guidance consolidates resources for Consumer Duty compliance
The Personal Finance Society (PFS) has published new guidance that consolidates Consumer Duty resources to support firms and personal finance professionals with…
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Changes in legislation needed to support DB Scheme surplus and unlock £400bn worth of capital, warns Hymans Robertson
Regulatory reform could potentially generate £400bn of surplus capital in DB pensions schemes according to analysis by Hymans Robertson. The firm calculates…
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Understanding the FCA’s priorities: Key insights for advisers
The financial advice sector is no stranger to regulation, but the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has made it clear that firms must…
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FCA sets out steps to support home ownership
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has set out steps it will take to improve access to mortgages. The FCA is reminding lenders…
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FCA encourages vulnerable customers to open up to financial services firms to get the right support – reaction from across the industry
Just 4-in-10 vulnerable customers say they have disclosed their needs to their financial services provider, new research released today from the Financial…
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M&G’s Sustain Paris Aligned Range to adopt ‘Sustainability Improvers’ label in the UK
M&G Investments today announces that it intends to adopt the ‘Sustainability Improvers’ label1 for M&G’s Sustain Paris Aligned fund range. The range includes…
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How BareRock is changing the Professional Indemnity Insurance game to be a bit ‘sexy’
For too long, professional indemnity (PI) insurance has remained stagnant , bound by outdated practices and rigid frameworks that fail to meet the…
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Staying compliant and competitive with technology to empower financial advisers
Written by Jordan Westcott, Managing Director at Timewade Regulatory compliance is a constant challenge for wealth managers and independent financial advisers. With…
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Ongoing financial advice and the art of remediation – Simplify Consulting’s Jayne Brown shares her assessment of the FCA’s review
The FCA’s review of ongoing advice practices highlighted areas for improvement. In this article, Jayne Brown, Lead Consultant at Simplify Consulting, explores…
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FCA Ongoing Advice Review: a wake-up call and a window of opportunity for firms says Dynamic Planner’s Chris Jones
The FCA’s long-awaited ongoing advice review findings are better than feared — but, says Chris Jones (pictured), Chief Product Officer, Dynamic Planner,…
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Aegon responds to FCA latest pensions discussion paper on modellers, consolidation and SIPPs
In its response to the latest FCA Discussion Paper, Pensions: Adapting our requirements for a changing market, Aegon has welcomed FCA openness to update…
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The People’s Pension calls for greater transparency and collaboration in response to FCA pensions consultation
The People’s Pension has published its response to the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) discussion paper on adapting the regulatory framework for a…
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APCC: Enhancing wealth management compliance to identify and support vulnerable customers
Towards the end of last year, December 2024, The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) set out its focus for its Consumer Duty scheme…
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FCA finds vast majority of ongoing suitability reviews delivered
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has reported today that it has found that financial advisers are delivering suitability reviews in the vast…
