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On 3 April, the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) Act 2025 received Royal Assent. The Act, also known as “Martyn’s Law” in tribute to Martyn Hett, one of the 22 people killed in the 2017 Manchester Arena attack, is intended to improve protective security and organisational preparedness for terrorist attacks at public venues across the UK.
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The FCA has initiated significant engagement with the private funds sector, akin to its 2013 AIFMD implementation efforts. In 2025, it plans to streamline UK regulatory requirements for fund managers and review conflict of interest management, focusing on governance and investor protections.
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In late 2024, the United Kingdom’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) published a “Dear CEO” letter related to the FCA’s “Custody and Fund Services Supervision Strategy.”

Continue Reading UK FCA Letter Expresses Concerns About Fund Service Providers