ESMA Guidelines on aspects of MiFID II suitability requirements
The European Securities and Markets Authority (“ESMA”) has published its Final Report on Guidelines on certain aspects of the Markets in Financial Instruments Directive (“MiFID II”) suitability requirements. The assessment […]
ICO: Data Protection registration and fees
GDPR removes the requirement for data controllers to register with the ICO; however, new regulations require all data controllers to continue paying the ICO an annual fee.
GDPR – Are you ready?
Are you ready? On 25 May 2018, the GDPR will come into effect for all firms operating within Europe as well as firms outside of Europe which have data come in from, go through, or end up in, the European Union. As part of this regulation, individuals will be afforded enhanced rights regarding their data.
GDPR Compliance is now a board level responsibility
The Financial Conduct Authority (“FCA”) have stated that compliance with the EU General Data Protection Regulation (“GDPR”) is now a board level responsibility, and that firms must be able to produce evidence to demonstrate the steps that they have taken to comply.