What you need to know this week
- US tariffs increase coffee prices, impacting café and bakery owners.
- UK exporters face challenges due to a new 10% US tariff on goods.
- The FCA focuses on supporting innovative financial products and easing new firm regulations.
- Ofwat introduces mandatory PSR standards to aid vulnerable customers.
- UKRN’s 2025-2026 delivery plan emphasises collaboration and effective regulation.
- Target Group enhances customer interaction with AI-driven functionalities.
- Individual insolvency rates vary significantly across regions in England & Wales.
- Upcoming Utility event on 30 April 2025 at the Treehouse, Manchester.
- Policy in Practice event on 30 April 2025 focuses on Consumer Duty compliance.
- Ofgem discusses energy debt strategies, highlighting the need for effective relief schemes.
- The VRS event on 14 May 2025 will address vulnerability registrations and consumer support.
- Financial crime and fraud levels reach record highs, signalling a need for enhanced security measures.
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