John Higgins and Maria Symeon share practical advice on documenting oversight, managing delegation, and evidencing challenge.
Rule Overview
Jurisdiction: United Kingdom
Regulator: FCA
Topic: Recordkeeping
FCA handbook SYSC 10AThe recordkeeping obligations under this rule include the steps required of a firm to capture communications and prevent unauthorized device use as well as the notification of clients of the fact that communications with them will be captured.
John Higgins and Maria Symeon share practical advice on documenting oversight, managing delegation, and evidencing challenge.
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