
May 18, 2023
Use of Personal Communications Channels. A Compliance Concern for Regulated Entities
In today's digital age, the use of personal communications channels for work purposes has become a major point of contention for regulated entities. Financial services regulators globally,
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January 23, 2025
FCA Announces Significant Changes to Authorisation Process - January 2025 Update from MEMA Consultants
In a landmark announcement, the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has unveiled substantial changes to its authorisation process, demonstrating a clear commitment to supporting growth in the UK financial services sector. As your trusted regulatory partner, MEMA Consultants brings you a detailed analysis of these important developments.
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May 2, 2021
Estate agency guidance for money laundering supervision- Part 1
If you are supervised by the HMRC for anti-money laundering purposes, you will need to meet requirements under the Money Laundering, Terrorist Financing, and Transfer of Funds (Information on the Payer) Regulations 2017.
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August 29, 2022
Who would be considered a Politically Exposed Person (PEP)?
“A Politically Exposed Person (PEP) is a natural person who is or has been entrusted with prominent public functions and includes his/her immediate family or persons known to be close associates of such persons, but shall NOT include middle ranking or more junior officials.”
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May 16, 2022
Learn how to conduct Wind Down Planning
The FCA recently completed a thematic review of wind-down processes across a number of business models. The review was aimed at reviewing firms on whether they held the appropriate liquidity, examining intragroup dependencies and wind-down triggers.
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April 11, 2021
FCA Crypto Requirements
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), the UK Regulator, has established a Temporary Registration Regime that will allow existing crypto-asset firms, who have applied to be registered with the FCA, to continue trading in the UK financial market.
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October 15, 2021
The FCA Register
As an institution with financial services activities, you are likely to require authorisation by the FCA.
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August 29, 2022
What is Customer Due Diligence and what controls should you focus on?
Customer due diligence (CDD) is a key element in helping your firm:
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June 12, 2022
How to write a FCA business plan
We intend on launching a range of How-To articles to help you understand and resolve your ongoing regulatory compliance matters. Our first instalment is a guide on how to write a regulatory business plan.
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January 31, 2022
New restrictions on the financial promotions of crypto assets
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched a consultation paper (CP22/2) on financial promotion rules for high-risk investments, including crypto assets.
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September 13, 2022
What are AML Trigger events your team needs to be aware of?
Trigger Events highlight instances where there may be a change in customers’ circumstances.
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November 10, 2021
Regulatory considerations for Consumer Credit Firms
The FCA has set out new rules for claims management companies (CMCs) to protect consumers against excessive charges. Some of the major changes include:
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May 21, 2021
Claims Management Phoenixing
The FCA has released its latest consultation paper affecting the Claims Management Industry.
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February 16, 2023
Consumer Credit Reforms - Are they long overdue?
The Consumer Credit Act 1974 (CCA) is a significant piece of legislation that regulates credit agreements, such as personal loans, overdrafts, and credit card purchases. However, the CCA has undergone numerous changes over the years, resulting in a fragmented and complex consumer credit framework that is difficult to navigate.
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April 11, 2021
Notfication for FCA Directory Persons
Have you completed your FCA Directory Persons? If you have not heard or are wondering, by 31 March 2021, the FCA is proposing that solo regulated firms (you) must submit their Directory Persons data via Connect.
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