Consumer Duty
Biba welcomes FCA’s decision on Consumer Duty timescale
The British Insurance Brokers’ Association has welcomed the decision to give firms a 12-month window to implement the requirements for the new Consumer Duty.
Consumer Duty implementation extension a “Trojan horse”
An expert has warned that despite the recent extension of the Consumer Duty implementation period firms must agree their own plans within three months.
Consumer Duty timeline ambitious but achievable, says FCA
The Financial Conduct Authority has explained its decision to switch from a proposed implementation period ending April 2023 to one ending July 2023 as it revealed the timetable for its new Consumer Duty regulations.
FCA confirms 12-month implementation for Consumer Duty
The Financial Conduct Authority has confirmed a 12-month implementation period for its new Consumer Duty which will come into force on 31 July 2023.
Compliance experts disagree with FCA's potential phased implementation period for Consumer Duty
Compliance professionals have come out against any delay in the Financial Conduct Authority implementing Consumer Duty rules as the watchdog ponders switching to a phased implementation period.
FCA says all options on table ahead of possible phased implementation period for Consumer Duty
Brokers have been urged to prepare for the April deadline as the Financial Conduct Authority ponders changes to the implementation period for Consumer Duty regulations.
FCA to introduce consumer duty to drive “fundamental shift” in industry mindset
The regulator has launched a consultation on the duty, which was first flagged in May this year, as it seeks to increase consumer protection and tackle harm.