The Top Class Wednesday Update is on shifting sands

Nat covers recent comments from the FCA on targeted support and the risks of AI in advice.
The Top Class Wednesday Update is a little bit worried about Haaland

Mike on the FCA’s Mills Review into the impact of AI on financial services, and the potential sliding doors moments to come.
The Top Class Wednesday Update is far from a fickle pickle

Mark looks at cash interest retention disclosure, and the FCA’s Consumer Duty requirements.
Sean McKinven’s Newsround: 1 June

The playwright Peter McDougall and lessons for recruitment. Plus, the gender money gap and targeted support entrants.
The latest from the FCA on Consumer Duty board reports

The regulator has updated its good and poor practice guide with specific examples to help smaller firms tackle their reports.
Sean McKinven’s Newsround: 9 March

Transfers are harder than you think, whether that’s music or pensions. Plus, PE risers and fallers and Consumer Duty board reports.
The FCA’s plans to bridge the advice gap

Targeted support will be one of a range of services aimed at getting financial support to more people. How these are communicated will be key.
The Top Class Wednesday Update is ready for 2025/26

It’s the final #Update of the 24/25 tax year, so Mark has dedicated it to the latest regulatory and policy developments that are making the headlines.
Tax, financial planning and where the two meet

Recent policy changes mean tax planning and more technical advice could be set for a comeback. Is this something the profession is ready for?
Measuring the value of advice

Finally, a positive news story on advice – with the numbers to back it up on the value of advice.