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Banking Focus

Here you will find articles produced for the Banking sector of the Financial Services Faculty.

Challenges with accounting for financed emissions

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In recent years, the issue of "financed emissions" has become a crucial aspect of the climate change discussion, highlighting the significant role that financial institutions play in contributing to greenhouse gas emissions.

Customer satisfaction with the UK banks

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On 15 August the Competition and Market’s Authority released the results of its latest independent survey of customer satisfaction with UK banks.

ICAEW recommendations to address SME finance woes

In its response to the Treasury Committee's call for evidence, ICAEW laments the availability of finance for small business, and sees a role for government in boosting lending to SMEs, following concerns over a deepening access to finance crisis.

ICAEW responds to proposals for digital pound

Following Bank of England and HM Treasury’s consultation on proposals for a retail central bank digital currency, or digital pound, Reuben Wales, ICAEW’s Head of Financial Services, outlines ICAEW’s key recommendations.

UK proposals on retail central bank digital currency (CBDC)

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Following Bank of England and HM Treasury’s consultation on proposals for a digital pound, Reuben Wales, ICAEW’s Head of Financial Services, outlines our key recommendations as proposals are taken forward.

UK proposals on how to regulate ESG ratings providers

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Following HM Treasury’s consultation on its proposed regulatory regime for environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings providers, Polly Tsang, ICAEW’s Financial Services Regulatory Manager, outlines the planned rules and where they should be expanded.

New FCA rules require fair value for financial services

New Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) rules for financial services firms have come into force setting a higher standard of consumer care. Reuben Wales, ICAEW’s Head of Financial Services, examines what firms will need to consider to ensure their products are offering fair value.

ICAEW member insights: July 2023

As ICAEW’s BCM reveals growing challenges in meeting regulatory requirements, members also share their concerns over accessing skills, retention and recruitment.

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