Regulatory update: Safeguarding, consolidation, and the FCA’s expanding remit

Join hosts David Morrey and Ben Farmer as they break down the latest regulatory developments and what they mean for firms and professionals navigating compliance, risk and operational change. 

Explore new safeguarding rules for payment and e-money firms, the impact of wealth management consolidation, and the FCA’s growing role in ESG and anti-money laundering oversight. 

In this episode:  

FCA’s new safeguarding regime 

The introduction of CASS 15 and what the new client money and asset rules mean for payment services and e-money institutions, including timelines and compliance challenges. 

Wealth management sector consolidation 

Key findings from the FCA’s Thematic Review, with a focus on conduct, financial resilience, and the impact of leveraged buyouts on regulated businesses. 

Contracts for Difference (CFD) sector scrutiny 

Regulatory warnings about client categorisation, 'finfluencers', and the treatment of vulnerable customers, plus a look at recent thematic reviews on price and value outcomes. 

Expanding FCA responsibilities 

The regulator’s new powers over ESG ratings providers and proposed changes to the UK’s anti-money laundering supervision framework – and what this means for professional services. 

PRA policy updates 

The increase in the depositor protection limit, reforms to remuneration rules for banks and investment firms, and the implications for risk and reward in the sector. 

Motor finance redress consultation 

An update on the ongoing consultation, industry feedback, and what to expect as the FCA prepares to publish final rules. 

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