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The PRA's PS15/26 finalises Phase 1 of the Pillar 2A review. We explain the credit, operational, pension and market risk changes for UK banks.

We explore the Regulatory Initiatives Grid, looking at key updates on cryptoassets, pensions, SM&CR and data reforms to support horizon scanning and compliance planning.

What the IIA topical requirement covers, when it applies, and the practical steps internal audit functions need to take to meet the requirements.

A practical overview of the FCA’s 2026 wholesale markets priorities, highlighting key risks in financial crime, market abuse and conflicts of interest, and what firms should do to strengthen controls and governance.

CASS is expanding to payments and digital assets. Understand what FCA safeguarding changes mean for compliance, governance, and audit readiness.

With the 30 June 2026 deadline approaching, we explore how UK insurers can build solvent exit plans that meet PRA expectations and deliver value beyond compliance.

Two recent ECB fines highlight risks in RWA misreporting and model governance failures. Learn what Basel 3.1 means for RWA accuracy, internal models, and board-level assurance.

Phase 1 SM&CR reforms are underway, streamlining compliance for in-scope firms to improve efficiency while maintaining robust accountability.

Survey insights into inter­nal ratings‑based (IRB) models, reg­u­la­to­ry chal­lenges and the role of AI under Basel 3.1.

Regulatory interpretation, benchmarking and training led to the clients board receiving a clear, sequenced path to climate disclosure.

With regulation, customer expectations and tech converging, 2026 is a tipping point for UK insurers—demanding measurable proof, not better narratives.

Private markets drive asset management growth, but valuation governance decides credibility as regulators sharpen focus and weak frameworks risk trust and fees.

Payments in 2026 is a balancing act - innovating at full speed while controls tighten just as fast.

Financial services firms face tougher outcome-based scrutiny as regulations shift from intent to demonstratable effectiveness.

Banking in 2026 is a race between reinvention and resilience — and firms are being judged on both.

The FCA motor finance redress scheme final rules are live, covering high commissions, discretionary commission arrangements and tied relationships.