The pace of regulatory change showed no sign of slowing down in July, with the Chancellor announcing a series of reforms in his Mansion House speech which take forward delivery of the UK’s new regulatory framework. Meanwhile the FCA continues to advance the Government’s Wholesale Markets Review, with a consultation setting out proposals for a UK Consolidated Tape. In the retail space, the Consumer Duty came into force at the end of July, marking a significant change in regulatory standards and expectations. The FCA marked the date by announcing a suite of actions which aim to improve value in the cash savings market.
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