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This article highlights some of the long-term benefits of becoming directly FCA authorised which for many firms, will outweigh the…

In less than one month, the Consumer Duty will also apply to closed products and services, which were sold before…

Only firms that are authorised (or exempt from the need for authorisation) can carry on a regulated activity in the…

The FCA has found evidence that in a small number of cases, firms have sold a client bank where they…

Compliance with regulatory standards is a key legal requirement for financial services businesses….

The FCA has called for firms to pay attention to all of their regulatory obligations, such as those concerning financial…

The Financial Conduct Authority have made it clear that diversity and inclusion (D&I) is essential for a healthy firm culture….

Contracts serve as the cornerstone of professional relationships, outlining obligations, responsibilities and expectations between the parties….

As part of the SM&CR, senior members and certification regime staff must meet the required standards of fitness and propriety…

On the 8th December 2022, the Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) made changes to Chapter 12 of the Supervision Manual (SUP…

In July 2022, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published its final policy, rules and guidance on the new Consumer Duty….