2 Nov 2026
AI data readiness in financial services
What changes when Artificial Intelligence (AI) starts taking part in financial services decisions and operations.
UK FS regulatory affairs newsletter – Q4 2026
4 November 2026
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In the last quarter of 2026, financial services firms continue to navigate a rapidly evolving landscape shaped by regulatory change, technological innovation, risk management priorities and a heightened focus on operational resilience. Our quarterly financial services regulatory newsletter provides a comprehensive overview of topics relevant to firms operating across the UK financial services sector.
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22 Oct 2026
Tax internal audit in financial services
Technical compliance alone does not give leaders confidence that tax governance and controls work as intended across the organisation. A tax internal audit provides independent tax assurance by assessing how tax risks are identified, owned, controlled and reported.
21 Oct 2026
Financial crime regulatory developments: Sept 2026
September focused on strengthening anti-money laundering, financial crime and sanctions frameworks, while addressing emerging money laundering risks. Key developments included the UK's new AML and asset recovery strategy, FCA updates on AML supervisory reform, continued crypto-asset enforcement and regulatory changes, and FATF guidance on hawala networks and gaming-related risks.
14 Oct 2026
AI operationalisation framework
AI operationalisation is transforming banking and insurance, enabling organisations to run AI reliably, govern decisions, and explain outcomes.
12 Oct 2026
SS5/25 starter kit: a useful guide
From building an implementation evidence pack to operationalising SS5/25, everything you need to know when preparing for SS5/25.
6 Oct 2026
AI in model risk management
Model Risk Management (MRM) was built to control models. The next decade will require us to control decisions.
24 Sept 2026
Motor finance consumer redress for lenders
While legal challenges have delayed the implementation of the FCA's motor finance consumer redress scheme, firms should use this period to strengthen operational readiness, refine contingency plans and address wider regulatory expectations.
18 Sept 2026
Motor finance consumer redress for dealers
Although the FCA's latest feedback is aimed primarily at lenders, it has important implications for dealers. With firms expected to continue preparing despite ongoing legal challenges, dealers should take steps now to assess records, strengthen processes and prepare for future information requests.
20 Aug 2026
Consumer Duty outcomes monitoring
Since introducing the Consumer Duty, the FCA has continued to publish guidance, research findings, and examples of good and poor practice.
19 Aug 2026
Consumer Duty: lessons from FCA Enforcement
The FCA's second edition of Enforcement Watch provides insight into how the regulator is using both supervision and enforcement powers to drive better consumer outcomes under the Consumer Duty.
19 Aug 2026
Financial crime regulatory developments: July 2026
July saw significant regulatory developments across virtual assets, DeFi, AML controls and APP scam reimbursement, with key updates highlighting evolving risks, regulatory expectations and industry performance.
2 Oct 2026
How is the role of the CRO changing?
Risk leaders are navigating an increasingly interconnected environment spanning operational resilience, technology, third parties, transformation and artificial intelligence. Yet the answer cannot simply be for the risk function to assume responsibility whenever a new risk emerges.
4 Aug 2026
Double default modelling
Credit guarantees are a fundamental feature of corporate lending. Yet when estimating Expected Credit Losses (ECL), many institutions continue to rely on simplified approaches that may not fully reflect how guarantees work in practice.
22 Oct 2026
FCA final report on pure protection distribution
The FCA concluded its market study of pure protection distribution and issued its final report at the end of September.
16 Oct 2026
FRS 102 revenue changes in insurance
As insurers and intermediaries diversify beyond their core activities, the FRS 102 revenue recognition changes have become increasingly relevant. Firms will need to assess the new requirements and determine whether updates to their accounting policies, presentation and disclosures are required.
27 Oct 2026
FCA Enforcement: asset manager challenges
Published on 7 July 2026, the latest FCA Enforcement Watch[1] explains how the regulator is using supervision, intervention and enforcement to address potential breaches of the Consumer Duty.
15 Oct 2026
What is the impact of IFRS 18 for asset management
IFRS 18 introduces more standardised performance reporting for all entities reporting from 2027. This article outlines how IFRS 18 could affect different players in the asset management sector and highlights key aspects to consider when preparing for adoption.
11 Sept 2026
The use of AI in asset management
AI is no longer a future consideration for asset managers. As AI enters its Return-On-Investment (ROI) or return-on-AI era, firms are expected to focus on demonstrating and realising its tangible value.
28 Oct 2026
Autumn Budget summary
The key announcements from the 2026 Autumn Budget. What they mean for businesses and individuals and what to consider next.
Latest economic, market and investment news
The latest news and analysis on the changing markets and economic environment.
3 Aug 2026
UK FS regulatory affairs newsletter – Q3 2026
In the third quarter of 2026, our experts commented on several key regulatory developments and industry trends. Our quarterly financial services regulatory newsletter provides a comprehensive overview of topics relevant to firms operating across the UK financial services sector.
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