The FCA’s 2025–26 Annual Work Programme: The Final Corner Of A Strategic Triangle
The FCA has unveiled its Annual Work Programme for 2025–26, the new name for what was previously referred to as the ‘Business Plan’. We look at what this means for FCA-regulated firms.
PRA Business Plan 2025/26: Subtle Signals Of A Strategic Shift
The PRA has published its Business Plan for 2025/26, outlining a strategic agenda that reflects not only evolving financial sector risks but also subtle recalibrations in regulatory posture. We look at what this means for PRA-regulated firms.
Webinar: The FCA Annual Work Programme & Strategy 2025/26 – A Look At The Key Points
Join us for a webinar on 23rd April as Kenneth Underhill explores the FCA 2025/26 Annual Work Programme, helping firms understand how to approach regulatory compliance to align with the latest FCA expectations and areas of focus. Register now.
FCA’s Strategy 2025-2030: A New Approach To Regulatory Oversight and Consumer Protection
The FCA launched its 2025-2030 strategy on 25th March, outlining a roadmap to enhance its regulatory effectiveness, ease the regulatory burden on firms and support the growth of the UK financial services sector.
Consumer Duty Review: Simplifying Insurance Regulations To Drive Innovation and Growth
In a co-ordinated release with the new 5-year strategy, the FCA has released its Feedback Statement on “Immediate areas for action and further plans for reviewing FCA requirements following introduction of the Consumer Duty”.
Bridging the Vulnerability Gap: FCA Identifies Need for Action Under Consumer Duty
The FCA’s recent multi-firm review on firms’ treatment of vulnerable customers reveals important insights for financial services firms. Joanne Backshall looks at the findings.
Money Laundering Regulations: Why the FCA’s Decision to Refuse An Authorisation Application Matters for All Regulated Firms
In January 2024, the FCA refused an application for registration under the Money Laundering Regulations 2017. Andrew Roberts explores the case and explains what makes it perticularly noteworthy.
ICSR Office Move March 2025
From Monday 17th March, our team will now be located at new offices. You can find us at 67 Lombard Street, London. Our email addresses have also changed.
Joanne Backshall Joins ICSR As Compliance Director
ICSR is delighted to announce the appointment of Joanne Backshall as Compliance Director with effect from 3rd March 2025. Joanne has over 20 years’ experience of working in the (re)insurance market, with roles spanning the International, specialty and London (re)insurance market.
ICSR Horizons Q1 2025: Our Quarterly Report For Senior Leaders
The Q1 2025 edition of Horizons, our quarterly report for senior leaders across compliance, risk and regulatory roles within insurance firms is now available. Download your copy now.
The FCA Growth Objective – A New Approach To Ensure Regulators And Regulations Support Growth
The FCA has now responded to the 24th December letter from the government asking for its proposals to help unlock growth and investment. In its response last week, the FCA has set out proposals across a number of broad areas. Kenneth Underhill looks at the proposals.
Operational Incidents, Outsourcing and Third Party Reporting: The Next Phase In Regulatory Oversight And Control Of Operational Resilience In Financial Services Firms
The PRA has published a new Consultation Paper, CP17/24 – Operational Resilience: Operational Incident and Outsourcing and Third-Party Reporting. Benoit Steulet looks at the proposed requirements.
