The FCA has publicly apologised to clients of two failed mini-bond firms for the way it dealt with their complaints about the firms and will pay compensation.
Read more ...FCA apologises to investors after failure of 2 mini-bond firms
- Wednesday, 28 May 2025
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FCA to streamline complaints data reporting
- Thursday, 22 May 2025
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The FCA is to consolidate its complaints returns in a move which it claims will ease unnecessary red tape burdens on firms.
Read more ...Number of appointed reps continues to fall
- Thursday, 08 May 2025
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The number of appointed representatives continued to fall in 2024/25, according to the latest data from the Financial Conduct Authority.
Read more ...Martin Tilley: Why SSAS regulation is necessary
- Thursday, 24 April 2025
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In this special Guest Column for Financial Planning Today, SSAS expert Martin Tilley looks at the need for SSAS regulation and asks whether we are moving closer to new rules. Martin writes regularly for Financial Planning Today's sister website SIPPs Professional which can be viewed here: https://www.sippsprofessional.co.uk/
Read more ...FCA CEO Rathi reappointed for second 5-year term
- Thursday, 10 April 2025
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Nikhil Rathi has been reappointed as chief executive of the Financial Conduct Authority for a second five-year term and will be CEO until 2030.
Read more ...TPR imposes £100,000 in fines on small DC schemes
- Monday, 07 April 2025
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The Pensions Regulator (TPR) has levied almost £100,000 in penalties against small DC pension schemes for governance failures related to the 'value for members' assessment.
Read more ...FCA presses pause on further sustainability rules
- Thursday, 03 April 2025
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The FCA has decided to hold off introducing new rules on sustainability-related governance and the transition to net zero for regulated firms following a consultation with the industry.
Read more ...FCA seeking more 'holistic' approach to retail products
- Wednesday, 02 April 2025
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Nikhil Rathi, chief executive of the FCA, said the regulator was considering how retail markets can take a more holistic approach to Britons’ finances.
Read more ...FCA seeks £22k a year chair for Business Panel
- Tuesday, 25 March 2025
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The FCA is seeking a £22,500 a year chair for its Smaller Business Panel which often advises the regulator on issues affecting financial advice firms.
Read more ...Consumer groups warn MPs over FCA email deletion plans
- Thursday, 20 March 2025
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A coalition of consumer groups has sent an open letter to MPs and the FCA urging the regulator to abandon its plans to delete most emails automatically after a year.
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