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The BVRLA’s second Compliance Forum of the year took place earlier this week at Shoosmiths in Birmingham. As ever, the latest changes and developments impacting the regulatory landscape were explored, with a host of expert speakers identifying where technical changes impact BVRLA members and their operations.

Customer expectations in the motor finance sector are shifting rapidly, shaped by an evolving media landscape, wider economic pressures, and high-profile court cases influencing perceptions of how finance is delivered.

A £1 million campaign has been launched to let motor finance customers know they don’t need to use a claims management company (CMC) or law firm to access an industry-wide compensation scheme the regulator is proposing.

A new anti-fraud law came into effect on 1 September 2025, designed to hold large organisations to account if they profit from fraud.

Shannon Faulkner, Consultant at Auxillias Ltd looks at the fast moving technology shift that is Artificial Intelligence (AI). AI can streamline processes, cut costs, and open new opportunities, but it’s not just about the tech, it’s making sure it doesn’t create more problems than it solves. That’s where an AI policy comes in.

The Compliance Forum returns on 15 September, once again hosted by Shoosmiths in Birmingham. Wayne Gibbard, Partner at Shoosmiths, a popular speaker at the Forums, will be presenting the keynote.

The BVRLA has confirmed the headline partner for this October’s Leasing Broker Conference, marking the first time the event has been supported by a vehicle manufacturer. Forming a key part of its UK launch, which officially kicked off in London last week, Chery has outlined its commitment to the leasing broker sector by sponsoring the Conference.

The Early Bird rate for this year’s Industry Outlook Conference is available until this weekend, marking the last chance for members to save on their tickets for the all-day, all-member event.

How to remain compliant in a changing regulatory environment will be the focus of the BVRLA’s upcoming Compliance Forum. The half-day event takes place on Monday 15 September in central Birmingham.

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has published a consultation on the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 (DMCCA) draft guidance for businesses on the price transparency provisions.

Two upcoming BVRLA conferences will provide members with the expert insights, regulatory updates and market intelligence needed to plan effectively for 2026 and beyond.

The Government has confirmed its intention to preserve the Appointed Representatives (AR) model, while introducing targeted reforms to strengthen confidence in its use.