SDR
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FCA Wholesale Buy Side Regulatory Priorities 2026: Key points and practical implications
The report is a useful indicator of where the FCA expects firms to focus now.
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Horizon scanning: UK regulatory topics to look out for in 2026
Regulatory topics that will have a significant impact on institutions operating in the UK financial services sector this year.
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FCA proposes a lighter touch on SDRs
New proposals aim to streamline sustainability reporting and provide greater clarity and flexibility for firms.
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FCA review of climate disclosures: A call for streamlining and simplicity
The FCA has outlined its next steps, which focus on enhancing and simplifying the sustainability reporting framework.
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Key themes from the PRI in Person Conference in Toronto
Responsible investment with key achievements and progress applauded but speakers flag ongoing challenges including geopolitical risk.
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Podcast: Danesmead ESG’s Daniella Woolf and Harriet O’Brien on the evolving nature of ESG
We spoke about sustainability and climate reporting in US, UK and EU; the divisive nature of ESG; and the regulatory compliance burden on firms.
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FCA extends deadline for labeling and marketing of sustainability products
The FCA has offered firms temporary flexibility to comply with “naming and marketing” rules under the SDR regime until April 2, 2025.
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UK General Election: What the manifestos mean for the financial services sector
A summary of the most significant proposals affecting the financial services sector.
