This episode dives into the FCA’s new proposals for targeted support and conduct rules, examining what they mean for financial firms and consumers. Vicky and Rachel unpack regulatory changes, compliance deadlines, and the evolving landscape of advice and accountability in UK financial services.

This episode dives into the FCA's latest proposals for mortgage regulation reform, exploring flexible lending criteria, later-life borrowing, and the impact of climate change on the mortgage market. Vicky and Rachel unpack key discussion points from DP25/2, with real-world examples and expert insights for advisers, lenders, and compliance professionals.

This episode dives into the FCA's recent insider trading conviction, discusses the most recent Bank of England's interest rate decision, and unpacks how the FCA's new strategic plan will shape the financial sector.

In this episode, we unpack the FCA’s review of retirement income advice, with a focus on client data, risk profiling, and sustainable withdrawal strategies. We also look at the new IAAT tool and what’s changing in the regulatory landscape.

This episode dives into the FCA's new data-led supervisory approach, stricter enforcement transparency, and the latest moves to tackle pension reforms and online scams. Vicky and Rachel break down what advice firms need to know, real risks from scam emails, and global efforts to curb illegal finfluencer activity.

This episode unpacks the FCA’s latest efforts in streamlining regulatory data, explores new cryptoasset consultation papers, and reviews looming pension scheme reforms.

Explore the FCA's major overhaul of complaints reporting, recent enforcement actions against Strowz Limited, and updates from the FSCS on levies and protection. Vicky and Rachel break down what these changes mean for firms and clients alike.

Explore the FCA's bold moves to simplify insurance rules, tackle cyber threats, and ease research payment regulations. Vicky and Rachel dive deep into these transformative changes impacting the financial world.

Explore the FCA's latest findings on smaller asset managers and understand the challenges in consumer risk management and market stability. Vicky Pearce and Rachel MacRae delve into high-risk investment promotions, the new FCA regulatory return, and a simplification of mortgage rules.

Explore the FCA's new AI Live Testing initiative, its implications for financial services, and the shifting landscape of crypto regulation. Join Vicky and Rachel as they unpack these developments and offer insights into compliance challenges and opportunities.