
New rule, COCON 1.1.7FR, expands the scope of COCON for non-banks in the context of NFM and comes into force on September 1, 2026.

Ashurst set out the key takeaways from the paper, which is clearly important – but not for the reasons the FCA has given.

Under the new rules, serious bullying and harassment in all regulated firms will qualify as misconduct.
Hameed Shuja, Thomas Hyrkiel3 min read

In the week of International Women’s Day, and with the Sexism in the City inquiry under way, we look at non-financial misconduct and the role of the regulators.
Emily Lemaire | Ashurst, Hannah Pack | Ashurst6 min read

Regulatory spotlight on D&I makes it clear that non-financial misconduct is misconduct and so falls within the regulatory remit.