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Last month, the growing threat of summer floods was highlighted, urging both policyholders and insurers to take proactive steps. The FCA's Market Watch 79 emphasised the importance of strong data management in surveillance against market abuse, firms were reminded that the Consumer Duty is not a 'one time requirement', but a continuous effort, and REG is excited to sponsor the upcoming MGAA Annual Conference and collaborate with MGAs about the value of partnerships…
Last month, the Consumer Duty Alliance launched a clarifying guide to assist firms preparing their annual board reports, premium finance requests soared amid cost-of-living pressures, the FCA set out measures to combat domestic financial abuse and REG achieved its ISO 27001 certification...
Last month, the FCA urged motor finance firms to allocate sufficient resources, financial institutions expedited technology adoption to tackle regulatory hurdles, underinsurance presented a pivotal challenge for brokers, and insurers came under the spotlight concerning environmental and social responsibilities...
Last month, the FCA urged financial advisors to review retirement income advice processes, whilst raising concerns within the motor sector regarding fair value, Lloyd's predicted generative AI to increase cyber threat risks, the UK Parliament released its much anticipated 'Sexism in the City' report, and REG launched its new Partnerships Programme...
Last Month, the FCA labelled fair value and pricing as the biggest challenge of Consumer Duty, pension funds drove a surge in UK corporate bond investments, insurers rallied for an investment boost with innovative partnerships and REG published its 2024 research report, exploring the evolving landscape of regulatory compliance and the use of technology...
Last month, The FCA and the UK Government invited feedback on three proposals designed to improve individuals' decision-making regarding investments and pensions, The IMF suggested that almost half of jobs will be impacted by artificial intelligence and the FCA has highlighted the importance of reporting cases of non-financial misconduct, even if individuals have signed non-disclosure agreements. Read these articles and many more, as we bring you all the important news from the insurance and financial services world...
Last month, the FCA unveiled an overseas funds regime and measures to improve accuracy of credit files, $420m was pledged to climate ‘loss and damage’ fund at COP28, the digital pound has been cautioned to pose risks to financial stability and the UK insurance sector advocated for relaxed regulations to better attract captive insurance companies.
Last month, the FCA urged companies to ensure Consumer Duty reports are a priority, the UK made headway following the publication of the world's first global guidelines for the secure development of AI technology, the UK government pushed regulators to prioritise economic growth and REG hosted its much anticipated Mind Matters panel event, focused on how we can work together to ensure mens mental health at work is supported...
Last month, BIBA introduced a fair value assessment framework, leaseholders have been prioritised under the FCA's buildings insurance reforms, Lloyd's of London warned on climate related losses and humanoid robots are driving workplace efficiency...
Last month, the Government announced modernised reforms to insolvency regulation, the Vesttoo scandal underscored the importance of enhanced due diligence among MGAs, asset managers sparked concerns of ‘green hushing’ and AI implementation saw revolutionary transformations to air traffic control and coral reef restoration!
