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Top 10 FCA Compliance Priorities in 2025
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As we move into 2025, the FCA continues to evolve its regulatory approach. We discuss the major compliance issues facing the financial services industry and what firms need to focus on.
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Conducting Fit & Proper Person Tests | Skillcast
5 minute read
What does the FCA expect when you assess a person’s fitness and propriety to perform their role? We discuss the three key pillars of Fit & Proper tests.
Preventing Harm & the SMCR | Skillcast
7 minute read
The financial services sector has an opportunity to show society we've changed substantially post the global financial crisis of 2008. Don't waste it.
Streamlining SMCR for Kentro Capital | Skillcast
2 minute read
When Kentro wanted to find a way to improve the efficiency of their SMCR compliance processes, they turned to Skillcast for advice and support.
What is SMCR Duty of Responsibility? | Skillcast
4 minute read
Sharon Williams examines how Senior Managers can protect themselves from enforcement action arising from the SMCR Duty of Responsibility.
Digitising SMCR Compliance | Skillcast
3 minute read
SMCR compliance consumes valuable management time and yet may still leave you exposed to breach risks. But there is a proven effective digital solution.
How to Stop SMCR Training Demotivating Staff | Skillcast
4 minute read
SMCR training can damage staff motivation. We have some practical tips on how to prevent this from happening to your firm.
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SMCR Scenario Tests
10 minute read
By using practical examples that reflect real-world FCA dilemmas you can ensure that staff know how to apply what they have learned in training.
Aligning with SMCR Compliance | Skillcast
5 minute read
By understanding the aims of the FCA that underpin the SMCR, you can better meet its expectations. But what are these aims?
SMCR & Non-financial Misconduct | Skillcast
5 minute read
Falling public confidence and damaging press have renewed the FCA's focus on conduct, including non-financial misconduct. So how can you stay compliant?
SMCR Training Roadmap | Skillcast
5 minute read
SMCR compliance training is a complex journey. That's why to ensure that your learners reach their destination, you will need a reliable roadmap.
Simple 3-Step SMCR Training Model | Skillcast
4 minute read
Whether you are new to SMCR or reviewing existing processes, our 3-step training model will help you ensure your corporate SMCR training is on track.
What is the UK Criminal Finances Act? | Skillcast
3 minute read
The Criminal Finances Act 2017 targets corruption, money laundering and tax evasion. How does this legislation affect UK organisations?
SMCR for Insurance Firms Key Questions Answered | Skillcast
6 minute read
We answer 17 FAQs about how the extension of SM&CR to insurers will impact on almost every employee an insurance firm.
SMCR for Solo-Regulated Firms Key Questions Answered |...
7 minute read
The extension of SMCR to solo-regulated financial firms affected 50,000 companies. We answer the 17 most frequently asked questions.
How to Evidence your SMCR Competence | Skillcast
5 minute read
What is SMCR competence? We explain the FCA expectations, who should own certification and how to truly evidence your competence.
SMCR - The People Dimension | Skillcast
5 minute read
SMCR is a real opportunity to build healthy cultures, effective governance & personal responsibility and as a result a more profitable & sustainable future.