In a recent speech, Therese Chambers, the newly appointed Co-Executive Director of Enforcement at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), highlighted the strong alignment between enforcement
The UK Financial Intelligence Unit (UKFIU) has published a new guide to help firms submit better quality Suspicious Activity Reports (SARS). The UKFIU receives more
Obtaining Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) authorisation is a significant milestone for financial firms, indicating their adherence to regulatory standards. However, the journey doesn’t end there.
With the Consumer Duty deadline approaching, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has issued a timely warning to financial services firms. The FCA emphasises the importance
MLR firms need to pay a levy on economic crime and anti-money laundering by May 2023. The first FIN074 return is due at the same
The process of obtaining FCA authorisation can be long and complex, requiring significant effort and resources from financial services firms. However, making mistakes during the
On 20th April, the European Parliament voted in favour of new crypto rules which will bring comprehensive regulation to the industry. The Markets in Crypto-Assets
As a previous MLRO and Head of Compliance within the payment sector, and now as Neopay’s Consultancy Manager, I have seen first-hand the importance of
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently initiated criminal proceedings against four individuals on charges of fraud, carrying out regulated activity without authorisation, money laundering,
In its recently released Business Plan 2023/24, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has outlined its ambitious programme for the next 12 months, which is designed