Members can now access an exclusive checklist to support them in preparing their Consumer Duty board report, which is due later this month. The guidance was launched to delegates at the BVRLA’s recent Compliance Forum, hosted by DWF in London. There, attendees also had the chance to hear about CCA Reform, conduct and culture, vulnerable customers, Consumer Duty and ESG, as well as share insights and find out more about what’s on the horizon.
A forward looking session ‘Where is the industry heading?’ and what to expect in the rest of 2024 and 2025 will feature at the BVRLA’s Leasing Broker Conference at the beginning of October.
The BVRLA will welcome Costas Pittas, Head of Consumer Finance Supervision at the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) as a keynote speaker at the Leasing Broker Conference on 1 October.
The latest figures from HM Revenue & Customs (HMRC) show that company cars continue to drive the transition to zero-emission road transport. The findings come as HMRC published its annual benefit in kind (BiK) statistics and commentary on company car and car fuel, for the 2022/23 tax year (ended 5th April 2023).
The findings of the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) first review of Consumer Duty will be presented as part of an upcoming webinar for regulated firms and trade bodies.
The changing face of motor finance regulation and actions members must take will be covered in detail at the BVRLA’s next Compliance Forum. Hosted in DWF’s panoramic offices in London’s famous ‘Walkie Talkie’ building, the half-day event is taking place on Thursday 18 July.
All new cars sold in Europe – including the UK – must contain Intelligent Speed Assistance (ISA) technology from next month. The measure was first introduced for new models in July 2022 and has now been extended to all new cars.
The BVRLA, in collaboration with audit provider Product Partnerships Ltd (PPL) and law firm DWF, is providing members with valuable insights to stay compliant and competitive in the rapidly evolving regulatory landscape. The free webinar; ‘Preparing for Regulatory Change: Expert Strategies and Tips.’ will take place on Thursday morning (10AM on 20 June).
Members need to maintain their compliance with the FLA’s lending code by undertaking courses through approved suppliers that meet SAF standards. The BVRLA has SAF Expert Equivalence Status for its e-learning modules so can support members in meeting those requirements. The code states that all customer-facing staff selling and advising on consumer vehicle finance must be competent and evidence this competence annually.
The BVRLA, in collaboration with audit provider Product Partnerships Ltd (PPL) and law firm DWF, is hosting an informative webinar titled ‘Preparing for Regulatory Change: Expert Strategies and Tips.’ This session will provide a comprehensive update on key topics such as Consumer Duty, the Appointed Representatives regime, GAP insurance, and Discretionary Commissions.
The BVRLA’s second Compliance Forum of the year will be held in-person on Thursday 18 July, at DWF’s premises at 20 Fenchurch Street (The Walkie-Talkie) in London. This forum will focus on key themes for 2024, including embedding the Consumer Duty, the discretionary commissions review, and ESG reporting.
The BVRLA is jointly hosting a webinar with its audit provider PPL and law firm DWF to provide a high level update on Consumer Duty, the Appointed Representatives regime, GAP insurance and Discretionary Commissions.