During a recent workshop, the FCA commented on SM&CR training. They do not believe that some e-learning or short generic training meets their requirements.
We believe that this is primarily a reference to the need for all staff to understand the intention of the SM&CR to move firms to a culture of accountability at all levels. Accordingly, Conduct Rules training should include the opportunity for individuals to identify how these apply to their own organisation and, in particular, to their role within the organisation.
Bed and ISA – not so straightforward anymore?
Lisa Cross Compliance 2022, Conduct, PI
Benjamin Franklin once said: “In this world nothing can be said to be certain, except death and taxes”. You could possibly add change to this, but the statement is indubitably as true now as it was then. And from a tax perspective, the reduction in the Annual Exemption Allowance (AEA) for Capital Gains Tax (CGT) […]