From 29 July 2022, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) will start regulating the pre-paid funeral plan sector. Anyone that intends to continue providing, or selling, pre-paid funeral plans from this … [Read more...] about FCA to regulate pre-paid funeral plan sector
Strong step forward for litigation funding in the class action arena
Wednesday 18th August saw confirmation from court that the first consumer group class action claim in the UK – Merricks v Mastercard – could proceed to trial, on the basis that a suitable undertaking … [Read more...] about Strong step forward for litigation funding in the class action arena
Mining tax systems for resource-rich countries
With demand for commodities increasing and prices rising, governments around the world are thinking about whether they should increase the tax-take on mining. It looks likely that we will move into a … [Read more...] about Mining tax systems for resource-rich countries
What are the biggest cyber security risks for those working in procurement or supply management?
Supply chain management is a complex process involving many partners, organisations and technological systems. Without ensuring that there is a consistent approach to robust, preventative cyber … [Read more...] about What are the biggest cyber security risks for those working in procurement or supply management?
UK Government launches new subsidy control system to support UK businesses after Brexit
This week, the UK Government announced a new subsidy control system that will provide financial aid to UK businesses following Brexit. Contrary to the rhetoric, under the EU's State aid regime, … [Read more...] about UK Government launches new subsidy control system to support UK businesses after Brexit
Actuaries tackle the ethics of AI and data science
The Institute and Faculty of Actuaries has produced guidance for its members on "ethical or professional issues when carrying out data-science related work". Rebecca Keating and Laura Wright, authors … [Read more...] about Actuaries tackle the ethics of AI and data science