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A Shared Vision: Accountability in the UK and Ireland

accountability, regulatory strategy, SM&CR, SEAR, Ireland, UK

"We believe that our proposed reforms will create a framework to facilitate the embedding of cultural change and ensure greater individual accountability." Derville Rowland, Speech on SEAR and Individual Accountability Framework, 2 May 2019

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FCA's PS25/12: Strengthening Safeguarding for E-Money and Payment Firms

FCA, CASS, UK, e money, payment firms, safeguarding

TheFCA’s latest policy statementsets out enhanced expectations for safeguarding customer funds. These new obligations, effective from May 2026, are designed to strengthen consumer protection and improve operational resilience across the sector.

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Fund Oversight: From Cost Centre to Strategic Priority

oversight, regulatory strategy, funds, Ireland, UK

Over the past few years, one of Ruleguard’s top priorities is helping clients across the fund ecosystem overhaul how they manage oversight. Delegation is at the heart of the funds industry, and with that comes the responsibility to govern and oversee critical third...

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The Future of Accountability: SM&CR Reforms

accountability, innovation, regulatory strategy, SM&CR, regulatory updates, UK

“The SM&CR has driven up standards in financial services. But we want to boost competitiveness, and support growth, by streamlining the regime while preserving its benefits.” — FCA CP25/21

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