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Managing Corruption Risks for Financial Services Firms

Managing Corruption Risks for Financial Services Firms

The FCA and US Authorities are committed to enforcing anti-corruption and anti-money laundering laws and regulations to protect the integrity of the financial system and to prevent financial crime. In this article we look at the risks and the controls financial services firms should consider...

Regulating the Funeral Plans Sector

Regulating the Funeral Plans Sector

On July 29th 2022, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) brought the funeral plan sector within its scope of regulation. This means that businesses providing funeral plans will now be expected to meet and adhere to industry standards as outlined by the FCA...

Thank You and Good Luck to Our Marketing Interns!

Thank You and Good Luck to Our Marketing Interns!

The time has come to say goodbye to this year's Marketing Interns; Ellie Moeran and Julia Palos. We'd like to thank them for their commitment and contribution to REG's marketing activities throughout the year and wish them well as they head back to University to complete their final year of studies! Read all all about their experiences from a year in industry...

The Risk of Hackers and How You Can Protect Yourself From Cyber Attacks

The Risk of Hackers and How You Can Protect Yourself From Cyber Attacks

Nowadays, cyber scams are not uncommon. In fact, every single day, con artists are searching for their next victim. Worse yet, even if you think you're not worth being targeted by online predators, you need to think again...

Adverse Media Screening

Adverse Media Screening

The insurance industry and the regulatory requirements around counterparty risk is always evolving, and so the obligations to minimise the risk and safeguard customers is becoming much more challenging for insurance companies. In the wake of COVID-19, financial crime continues to increase and whilst not all of these can be stopped, it is crucial they are recognised.

Young People in Insurance and the Barriers they Face Entering the Market

Young People in Insurance and the Barriers they Face Entering the Market

In today's challenging job market, still in the midst of the Great Resignation, every industry is facing recruitment challenges and struggling to attract young talent. But for the insurance sector, these challenges are more acute than most, and they're nothing new. But why are the younger generations not being attracted to the insurance sector? There are a number of reasons for this...

Rail Strikes Shed Light on Need for Better Management and Control

Rail Strikes Shed Light on Need for Better Management and Control

Weeks and months of frustration came to a culminating point on Tuesday June 21st, as 10,000 London Underground staff walked off the job. They're protesting a worsening dynamic between work and pay and are offering us all a much-needed reminder of just how vulnerable our infrastructure is to disruption...

Protecting Business Data in a Hybrid Environment

Protecting Business Data in a Hybrid Environment

Even though the Covid-19 pandemic has begun to slow, with many offices establishing a timeline for their employees to return to work, the amount of organisations that still operate on a hybrid platform is extensive. Businesses are embracing the importance of protecting business data in a hybrid environment...

Sanctions Screening and Responsibilities of Insurance Brokers

Regardless of their role in an insurance deal, brokers must verify that their potential clients and trading partners aren't barred from entering insurance transactions. However, carrying out these checks can be a challenging task. What is the impact of the task and responsibilities brokers have and how can they manage risks?

Sanctions and Russia

With the UK government imposing a tranche of sanctions on Russia in response to the situation in Ukraine, make sure you're up to date with UK sanctions obligations. All firms regulated by the Financial Conduct Authority must have appropriate policies in place to make sure they comply with sanctions legislation. This includes carrying out regular and appropriate checks of sanctions lists...

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