Our work is focused on the priorities of our members and where our cross-sectoral remit can add the most value - international trade and investment; long-term competitiveness; UK regions and nations; industry trust and reputation and sustainability. We provide a wide range of research that helps shape the debate and influence policy for UK-based financial and related professional services.
We support the FCA’s efforts to establish a proportionate, risk-based and consistent regulatory regime for cryptoasset firms through appropriate application of the FCA Handbook provisions.
Our Asset management report offers expert insights on how the UK asset management sector has overcome global disruption and reinforced its position as Europe’s leading hub. Key data reveals a 10% rebound in assets under management and the sector’s growing international influence.
This report reveals that regulatory compliance costs continue to rise for financial services firms, now representing over 13% of operating expenses. It offers practical recommendations to streamline compliance through technology and collaboration.
We continue to urge government to consider more extensive reforms to the UK's investment screening regime, sending a stronger and more coherent signal that the UK is seeking to streamline processes and reduce regulatory hurdles to investment.
The BAFA paper highlights the importance of continued U.S.–UK collaboration in promoting regulatory coherence and enhancing balanced market access.
Read our submission to the government ahead of the 2025 Autumn Budget. In it we highlight policy areas where the Budget could deliver positive change for our industry and the wider economy.
The IRSG’s 'Global Regulatory Coherence Dashboard' report highlights key areas where the UK can lead in promoting global alignment, such as sustainable finance and operational resilience, while addressing growing fragmentation in emerging areas like digital assets, AI, and data flows.
The government’s goal to cut regulatory burdens under the SM&CR by 50% is welcome, provided high standards are upheld and the proposals deliver real impact.
Our response supports the government’s aim to reform the framework governing the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS) to keep its focus on providing simple and impartial dispute resolution.
