B-Compliant Podcast (Feed Disabled)

This episode examines key compliance topics in financial services, including protecting children's data rights, preparing for changes to FSCS deposit limits, and addressing challenges posed by market volatility and complaints. We discuss strategies for firms to enhance transparency, accountability, and proactive compliance management. Stay informed with actionable insights on navigating the evolving regulatory environment.

This episode discusses the Spring Budget highlights, including ISA simplification and non-domiciled taxation reforms aimed at boosting UK competitiveness. We also cover the FCA's Consumer Duty updates and strategic goals for 2025-2030, along with HMRC’s digital compliance initiatives and challenges that advisors and SMEs face with fiscal drag and R&D tax relief consultations.

In this episode, Vicky and Rachel discuss aligning with the FCA's Consumer Duty, including actionable advice for competency benchmarks and fiduciary duties. They spotlight the Crispin Odey case on non-financial misconduct and its ethical implications, alongside the FCA's focus on policy transparency in the insurance market. Key questions and recent reports inform proactive strategies for compliance teams.

This episode covers the FCA's latest updates, including competency interviews, SMF application changes, and the retraction of the "name and shame" policy. The B-Compliant team shares insights on governance issues, liquidity risk management, and strategies for staying ahead in compliance. We also explore the regulatory transitions affecting businesses and their preparation challenges.

Regulatory compliance is fast-moving, ever-changing, and, let’s face it—sometimes overwhelming. That’s why we’re trying something new.

We know our clients need to stay ahead of the latest regulatory developments, but we also know you’re busy. So, we’re trialling an AI-powered podcast designed to deliver bite-sized updates straight to your ears.

Every episode will be packed with the latest industry news, compliance updates, and insights that matter to you. And while we might not be sitting behind the mic ourselves, this podcast will still sound familiar. That’s because we’re harnessing AI technology to replicate our voices—ensuring you get the same trusted expertise you’re used to, but in a way that fits seamlessly into your day.

Your hosts (virtually, at least!) are Vicky Pearce, Director and Founder of B-Compliant, and Rachel MacRae, Senior Consultant. We’ll be releasing regular updates over the next few months, and we’d love to hear your feedback.

So, whether you’re listening on your commute, grabbing a coffee, or between client meetings, let’s dive into the latest in compliance.