In September 2022, the FCA sent a portfolio letter to benchmark administrators where they highlighted the risk of poor disclosures for ESG benchmarks. High quality ESG benchmarks are important to support trust in the market for ESG products and the transition to a net zero...
Speech by Sheldon Mills, Executive Director, Consumers and Competition, delivered at the 'Countdown to Implementation of the Consumer Duty' event, hosted by Deloitte LLP. "Call of Duty: How putting customers front and centre will help industry innovate" Click here for further details...
We are delighted to have Alan Chandler present our next Insurance Infusion session on Friday 14th April 2023 (3-4pm) This is FREE of charge to our clients. The problems of under insurance in Personal Lines insurance products This webinar, delivered by Alan Chandler, one of the most popular presenters in the UK,...
In our crazy, busy and scheduled worlds, we rarely take the time to slow down and reflect on how fortunate we are… Random Act of Kindness (RAOK) Day on 17th February 2023 provides just that opportunity This year we are collaborating as an Institute, and will have some volunteers, giving out bunches of daffodils...
As firms continue to get ready for the implementation of the Consumer Duty, the FCA is supporting firms through the transition with a programme of engagement, which includes setting out in letters the expectations of the Duty and arranging a series of regional in-person...
After the end of the October 2022 milestone for implementation plans, the FCA requested the Consumer Duty implementation plans from larger fixed firms with a dedicated FCA supervision team, who primarily operate in retail financial services markets as part of a multi-firm review. These were the firms with the greatest...
It is imperative that Individuals or Companies that wish to acquire or increase control in a firm that we regulate must seek our prior approval. If you need help with this, please contact Tracy or Eilis. Click here for further details
World Menopause Day is held every year on the 18th October. This year's theme is Cognition and Mood. Designated by the International Menopause Society (IMS) this day is held to raise awareness of the menopause and to support options to improve health and well-being for women in mid-life and beyond. A couple of weeks...
