A monthly summary of regulatory developments in the UK. A pdf version and copies of the weekly update can also be found here.
Summary Headlines and Activity
Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)
Consumer Duty and Regulatory Streamlining: The FCA released an action plan to review and simplify consumer finance rules following the introduction of the Consumer Duty. It will focus on mortgages and lending standards, simplifying savings account communications, and reviewing credit advertising requirements (e.g. cutting lengthy T&Cs) to reduce burdens on firms while improving consumer outcomes.
The FCA plans to retire 100+ pages of outdated guidance and withdraw hundreds of old supervisory letters, in line with its strategy to be a “smarter regulator” supporting growth.
Five-Year Strategy Launch: The FCA published a new 2025–2030 strategy aiming to deepen consumer trust, support innovation, and rebalance risk The strategy highlights priorities such as becoming a more efficient, technolo...
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