Understanding the intricate landscape of financial regulation is crucial for compliance and risk management. Our expert guidance provides clear, concise advice on the intricacies of regulated activities within the financial sector. Stay ahead with up-to-date insights and practical solutions tailored for legal professionals navigating the ever-evolving regulatory environment.
A round-up of financial services developments, including (among other things) HMT publishes financial services growth and competitiveness consultation...
A round-up of financial services developments, including (among other things) House of Lords call for clarity and direction on how regulators can...
The Sanctions (EU Exit) (Miscellaneous Amendments) Regulations 2026, SI 2026/443 have come into force, introducing a series of amendments across the...
A round-up of financial services developments, including (among other things) FCA’s Sarah Pritchard discusses regulation of private markets....
Financial Conduct Authority—Principles for Businesses (PRIN)This Practice Note explains the Principles for Businesses (PRIN) set down by the Financial...
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has identified several breaches by Monzo Bank Limited (Monzo) of the Retail Banking Market Investigation...
Insurance conduct regulation—COBS and ICOBSThe Financial Conduct Authority Handbook (FCA Handbook) includes sourcebooks to regulate the conduct of...
Second charge mortgage regimeSecond charge mortgages definedA regulated second charge mortgage is a loan secured on a borrower’s property that is used...
Exclusions and exemptions relating to the general prohibition—an introductionThis Practice Note provides an introduction to the exemptions and exclusions that apply in relation to the general prohibition contained in section 19 of the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (FSMA 2000, s19). These
What is the difference between an appeal and a review?What is an appeal?An appeal in insolvency proceedings is no different to an appeal in normal litigation. An appeal will be allowed only if the appeal court is satisfied that the decision of the lower court was 'wrong' or 'unjust because of a
If a beneficiary signs a deed of disclaimer of their share of an estate and the estate pays their legal fees, will that count as a PET against their estate?A disclaimer is the refusal of a gift prior to acceptance. The refusal of the gift must take place before the beneficiary accepts any benefit
Contributory negligence in personal injury claimsContributory negligence is a partial defence which can lead to a discount in damages.Other defences may also be relevant. See Practice Notes: Did the claimant consent to the risk of injury? and Was the claimant involved in an illegal activity?If a
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