FCA expectations in relation to remote or hybrid working 19 October 2021 Alistair MacDougallCompliance The coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic has resulted in many firms adopting remote working for some or all employees. Indeed, some of […] Read More
FCA – Consumer 12 October 2021 Steve BaileyCompliance The FCA has published details of its new approach to consumer protection, which the regulator hopes will give consumers the […] Read More
Regulatory permission – use it or lose it 21 September 2021 Michael SeniorCompliance The FCA has published draft guidance on a new power that allows it to move faster to remove regulatory permissions […] Read More
Data protection – ICO mailing campaign 21 September 2021 Shirley McKenzieCompliance One of our clients recently asked this ‘easy’ question. “We are a limited company but the firm is […] Read More
FCA Business Plan – 2021/22 14 September 2021 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Publication of the FCA’s Business Plan for 2021/22 was delayed from its usual spot in April, finally appearing at the […] Read More
CP21/25 – FCA consultation on new decision making powers 24 August 2021 Lisa CrossCompliance The FCA is consulting on moving some decision-making from its Regulatory Decisions Committee (RDC) to its Authorisations, Supervision and Enforcement Divisions. This […] Read More
Data protection – children, third-parties and lawful basis 18 August 2021 Alistair MacDougallCompliance We have written before (see here) about the situation where a privacy notice (and if required, consent) is covered with […] Read More
Regulatory Change – Proposed Changes to the Normal Minimum Pension Age 9 August 2021 David AndersonSuitability We have made a change to ATEB Suitability following a recent regulatory development. What does this mean for […] Read More
Recording client meetings 3 August 2021 Alistair MacDougallCompliance Since MiFIDII came into effect in 2018, it has been a requirement on firms to take reasonable steps to record […] Read More
Template Enhancements including ‘Risk Warning’ & Power of Attorney Changes 16 July 2021 David AndersonSuitability We completed the latest upgrade to ATEB Suitability on 15th July 2021. This update comes at no additional cost and […] Read More