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How the UK could find a new direction of travel on bribery and corruption

25.02.25

Blog

How the UK could find a new direction of travel on bribery and corruption

For years, the UK’s results in the Corruption Perceptions Index have gone only one way, but this year could be a turning-point
Naming and Shaming - a really bad idea that flouts the presumption of innocence

24.02.25

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Naming and Shaming - a really bad idea that flouts the presumption of innocence

In our response to Part 2 of the FCA’s naming and shaming consultation we again expressed our real concern about the regulator’s proposals which will create reputational harm and make the FCA an international outlier. They should be dropped.
Are ‘Productised Managed Services’ the answer to cutting cost and boosting efficiencies for financial crime compliance?

20.02.25

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Are ‘Productised Managed Services’ the answer to cutting cost and boosting efficiencies for financial crime compliance?

As we look ahead, regulatory scrutiny will continue to intensify globally for FCC; no doubt to protect the integrity of financial markets and help them remain secure and resilient against threats, cyber-enabled financial crimes/fraud and sophisticated evasion techniques.
Transforming third-party risk management in financial services and insurance

18.02.25

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Transforming third-party risk management in financial services and insurance

As financial institutions and insurers in Europe navigate the complexities of 2025, third-party risk management (TPRM) is a critical focal point
Bank manager and friend sentenced for £7.3 million fraud scheme

17.02.25

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Bank manager and friend sentenced for £7.3 million fraud scheme

Bank business manager and his friend sentenced following an investigation into fraudulent accounts that helped them steal over £7.3 million
Tackling known accessible problem statements to drive effective change

17.02.25

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Tackling known accessible problem statements to drive effective change

Following on from our first two Accessible Banking Outcomes Forum, EY and UK Finance came together to host the final in the series.
Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence

14.02.25

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Banking on (Artificial) Intelligence

The adoption of Artificial Intelligence (AI) in financial services is expected to drive significant growth and productivity in the industry.
Politically Exposed Persons in the UK – a stocktake

13.02.25

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Politically Exposed Persons in the UK – a stocktake

How firms can get ahead of recent regulatory changes.
Complaints Outlook 2024: using complaints insight to shape the future of your approach

12.02.25

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Complaints Outlook 2024: using complaints insight to shape the future of your approach

Huntswood’s Complaints Outlook 2024, released in November, targets actionable insights and practical strategies for firms navigating the ever-evolving complaints landscape.