Regulatory News:
20 May 2026

Published 20 May 2026

The FCA has published the tenth edition of its Regulatory Initiatives Grid. This sets out the planned regulatory initiatives for the next 24 months. The regulator has also launched a market study in order to understand the root causes of practices it has observed by firms in the claims management market, and how they impact competition and consumer outcomes.

Modernising the redress system: Why firms should be paying attention now

Published 20 May 2026

The FCA and Financial Ombudsman Service’s latest consultation on modernising the redress system is more than a technical policy exercise. It signals how complaint handling and redress expectations are likely to evolve across financial services – with a clear direction of travel towards earlier intervention, stronger discipline in evidencing, and more predictable end-to-end handling.

Learning that works for smaller firms

Published 18 May 2026

Smaller lending firms are expected to meet high regulatory standards, often with far fewer people, systems and specialist teams than larger firms. Roles overlap. Time is limited. Judgement matters. That is why learning cannot be treated as a box-ticking exercise. It has to help people make sound decisions in real situations, with the information available at the time.

Not fit for purpose? Does a manufacturer’s recall mean a vehicle was unsatisfactory when supplied?

Published 18 May 2026

Manufacturer recalls are a familiar feature of the motor traders. For consumers and lenders, there is a difficult question is whether the existence of a recall means the vehicle was of unsatisfactory quality in breach of a term implied by the Consumer Rights Act 2015 (the CRA) at the time of delivery.

FCA perimeter report: Why it matters for consumer credit and CCTA members

Published 13 May 2026

The publication of the FCA’s latest perimeter report is an important reminder that regulation is not only about the rules inside the system, but also about the growing areas outside it. The report examines the boundary between activities regulated by the FCA and those that sit outside its remit.

Regulatory News:
13 May 2026

Published 13 May 2026

Following the legal challenges to the motor finance redress scheme, the FCA set out further advice for firms and consumers. The regulator has also updated this page to include new priorities, links to work that has now been published, and further details on existing priorities where they may have changed.

Further down the road: What comes next for motor finance?

Published 07 May 2026

Once built around showrooms and paperwork, the motor finance sector has evolved into a digital-first journey shaped by evolving customer expectations, regulatory scrutiny, and rapid technological change. Compliance, technology, and customer experience are no longer separate conversations in today’s landscape, and lenders, brokers, and dealers need to continually adapt their strategies to keep pace to deliver better outcomes.

Regulatory News:
6 May 2026

Published 06 May 2026

The FCA has received four legal challenges to its motor finance scheme. The regulator is launching a review of the claims management market, following concerns that consumers are being failed by some claims management companies (CMCs) and law firms. In other news, both the Bank of England and The Money Charity have released their monthly statistics.

A sea change: The changing landscape of UK politics and why it matters for consumer credit

Published 04 May 2026

The UK’s political landscape is becoming more fragmented and dynamic. While British politics has historically been dominated by two major parties, recent elections and shifting voter preferences suggest a broader change in the political environment. Alternative political movements are gaining traction, and policy debates are increasingly shaped by issues such as economic fairness, financial resilience and household debt.

Regulatory News:
29 April 2026

Published 29 April 2026

The FCA is reviewing whether Annual Percentage Rates (APRs) help consumers understand borrowing costs and is seeking views on whether it should change how these are communicated in credit advertising. In other news, the FCA’s motor finance scheme has been challenged. The regulator is now considering its approach and will set out more later this week.

Getting ready for BNPL regulation: What PS26/1 means for deferred payment credit firms

Published 29 April 2026

BNPL regulation has been talked about for years. PS26/1 now sets out the rules and expectations clearly. For firms operating in this market, preparation cannot wait until the new rules take effect in July 2026, explains Jo Davis, CEO of Auxillias.

Look before you leap: AI in credit decisioning

Published 27 April 2026

The FCA’s Mills Review arrives at a pivotal moment, asking not whether AI belongs in retail finance, but how we, as regulated firms and technology partners, can integrate it safely and transparently within established frameworks.