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Article Recovery and resolution – key changes from the Leeds Reforms

Explore the PRA’s Leeds Reforms on recovery and resolution reporting, including key changes to MREL templates and simplified compliance for firms.

Kantilal Pithia

| 6 min read | 25 Jul 2025

Article Testing times: Support for independent schools under stress

Independent schools are experiencing added pressure from a drop in pupil numbers. What are the options for those starting to feel financial stress?

| 7 min read | 24 Jul 2025

Article Premium Finance – no cap on APR or ban on commissions

The FCA shares initial findings on the premium finance market study, confirming no plans for an APR cap or commission ban across the market.

Jon Sperrin

| 6 min read | 24 Jul 2025

Article Consumer Duty: Driving growth through fair value and good outcomes

Explore how effective Consumer Duty implementation supports good customer outcomes, delivers fair value, and drives growth in the financial sector.

| 11 min read | 23 Jul 2025

Article Basel 3.1 – the Leeds Reforms update market risk rules

PRA launches consultation on proposed changes to market risk FRTB guidelines as part of the Leeds Reforms package.

Kantilal Pithia

| 5 min read | 23 Jul 2025

Article Authorisations: FCA and PRA speed up timelines to support growth

The Leeds Reforms introduce shorter FCA and PRA authorisation times to boost business agility and drive growth in the financial sector.

David Morrey

| 5 min read | 22 Jul 2025

Article SM&CR is changing under the Leeds Reforms

SM&CR is changing under the Leeds Reforms, to improve efficiency, reduce the regulatory burden and promote growth.

Kantilal Pithia

| 7 min read | 22 Jul 2025

Article Leeds Reforms – what do they mean for the financial sector?

Explore how the Leeds Reforms streamline UK financial regulation and support the Government’s Financial Services Growth and Competitiveness Strategy.

Alex Ellerton

| 11 min read | 17 Jul 2025

Article Cyber breaches are inevitable. Security blind spots shouldn't be

The detect, investigate, and respond model is critical for your cyber resilience. Find out how to prepare and implement your strategy.

4 min read | 17 Jul 2025

Article Better buses: Reimagining the future of public transport

Explore how a modal shift to buses can drive a sustainable, inclusive future for UK public transport through innovation, investment, and policy reform.

Charlie Hamilton

| 4 min read | 17 Jul 2025

Article Solvent exit planning: top tips and common pitfalls for banks

Mid-market banks and building societies need to have their solvent exit planning in place by 1 October 2025. Follow our tips and advice to help you prepare.

| 8 min read | 16 Jul 2025

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Article Tariffs remain on hold. Your strategy shouldn’t be.

A 90-day pause on US-imposed tariffs offers UK businesses an opportunity to step back and plan amid global trade uncertainty. Our experts sum up the impact on supply chains, pricing, tax exposure, and more.

16 min read | 16 Jul 2025