FCA updates : ESG ratings, improved reporting processes and safer AI testing
FCA updates : ESG ratings, improved reporting processes and safer AI testing
This week’s FCA updates show continued pressure on transparency, reporting efficiency and financial crime controls. ESG ratings reforms aim to improve clarity. Complaints reporting is becoming simpler. AI testing support is expanding. The FCA is also progressing the bond consolidated tape for greater market transparency. Enforcement activity remains active with fraud charges and supervision failures. A firm liquidation highlights ongoing governance risks.
What to focus on
• Review ESG data sources and rating provider relationships.
• Strengthen AML and fraud detection frameworks.
• Update complaints reporting processes.
• Prepare for motor finance complaint handling changes.
• Assess readiness for the bond consolidated tape.
• Review counterparty exposure to firms in distress.
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