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Working towards a green society
Long-standing CEO of Ecology Building Society, Paul Ellis, talks to Chris Evans about a range of green issues, from the impact of Extinction Rebellion and fracking in Argentina to a newly-set-up green finance task force
Looking back at 12 years of FS Focus
We chart the history of the magazine, including some of its more amusing moments
Playing the imitation game with challenger banks
While imitation is said to be the greatest form of flattery, Starling Bank’s Anne Boden explains how the challenger bank is leading the way with innovation
Counting on ethics when it comes to data management
Paula Smith examines how a strong ethical approach can help financial services firms cope with the changing world of data management
Insurance
Working towards a green society
Long-standing CEO of Ecology Building Society, Paul Ellis, talks to Chris Evans about a range of green issues, from the impact of Extinction Rebellion and fracking in Argentina to a newly-set-up green finance task force
Looking back at 12 years of FS Focus
We chart the history of the magazine, including some of its more amusing moments
Counting on ethics when it comes to data management
Paula Smith examines how a strong ethical approach can help financial services firms cope with the changing world of data management
Changing the rules for investors in illiquid assets
The Financial Conduct Authority has recently approved new rules for some funds that invest in illiquid assets, but are they tough enough?
Investment management
Financial Services Faculty: Investment Management
Investment managers are faced with more intense regulation, disruptive technology and increasing pressure to meet society’s growing need for their services in an affordable and accessible way.
BlueMountain Capital continues to make headlines
US-based hedge fund BlueMountain Capital continues to make headlines, as it shuts down its flagship fund, while co-founder Stephen Siderow has announced he is leaving at the end of the year
The Woodford fund saga
Dipak Vashi explains the Woodford fund saga and what lessons have been learned.
What you need to succeed as an independent NED
Gain advice from an experienced independent non-executive director on how to be a successful iNED in a rapidly changing regulated environment, including practical tips to benefit you both personally and professionally.
Inspiring confidence
ICAEW's Inspiring Confidence campaign explores the issues affecting consumers and financial services providers in a rapidly changing world.
Banks, insurers and investment managers play vitally important roles within society, to encourage economic development and allow individuals and businesses to save, invest, insure and make payments. We must have confidence in them. Responsible providers, responsible consumers, better regulation and better information underpin this confidence.