The FCA has published a joint discussion paper with the DWP seeking views on proposals for a Guided Retirement framework in both contract and trust-based workplace pension schemes. Guided … [Read more...] about FCA consults on ‘guided retirement’ proposals
FCA publishes ESG rules
The FCA has published finalised rules to improve transparency and trust in the ESG ratings market. From 29 June 2028, any firm providing ESG ratings will need to apply to the FCA for appropriate … [Read more...] about FCA publishes ESG rules
PRA proposes Building Society reform
Following the Mutuals Landscape report published jointly by the FCA and PRA in 2025 the PRA has issued a discussion paper considering the extent to which the regulatory regime for building societies … [Read more...] about PRA proposes Building Society reform
FCA sets motor finance settlement expectations
Following findings that indicate almost 9 out of 10 (89%) motor finance customers who have raised a complaint or are considering doing so would prefer the option of accepting an offer of compensation … [Read more...] about FCA sets motor finance settlement expectations
House of Lords Committee Opens Inquiry into Financial Services Regulatory Sandboxes
The House of Lords (Financial Services Regulation Committee) has launched an inquiry, with an accompanying call for evidence, into the use of regulatory sandboxes in UK financial services. The … [Read more...] about House of Lords Committee Opens Inquiry into Financial Services Regulatory Sandboxes
FCA publishes final report on distribution of pure protection products
The FCA has published the final report of its market study into the distribution of pure protection products – such as life insurance, critical illness cover and income protection – to retail … [Read more...] about FCA publishes final report on distribution of pure protection products