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Exploring the FCA extension of individual rules of conduct to all directors

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Published on: 30 May 2017

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Original news
What is the background to this policy statement?
What do you think the key points are that firms need to be aware of?
To what extent does this final policy statement address industry concerns?
Do firms need to take any action now?
What are the take-away points for advisers advising clients?

Article summary

Financial Services analysis: The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is extending the application of its code of conduct sourcebook (COCON) to standard non-executive directors (NEDs). Marcus Bonnell, regulatory counsel at RPC, looks at the key elements of the policy statement.

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