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Last week’s Leasing Broker Conference saw the sector gather to discuss the evolving landscape of the leasing industry. A thread through the whole event was how to adapt for future success, with attendees given a valuable opportunity to hear about the key trends and innovations that will shape the industry in the coming years.

The upcoming Compliance Forum will shine a light on the full customer journey and explore the ways in which members need to ensure they are operating in a compliant way. Wayne Gibbard from Shoosmiths will be talking to delegates about origination activity and the customer journey, before Chris Fitch from The Money Advice Trust will speak on the importance of recognising Customer Vulnerability, and regulation in this space.

The final Compliance Forum of 2024 will take place on 30 October at the Shoosmiths office in Bow Churchyard, London. Starting at 10 am, the event will include lunch and provide excellent networking opportunities with peers, as well as the chance to stay ahead of critical compliance developments.

The BVRLA’s Regulation and Compliance Working Group will be meeting online on Wednesday 2 October and it is still possible for members to attend.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has recently published a host of factsheets and updates that may impact BVRLA members. Among the developments are two guidance publications, a formal consultation and a call for input.

Brokers will have the opportunity to connect and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry, thanks to the BVRLA’s upcoming Leasing Broker Conference. The countdown is on to a packed agenda of expert speakers, insights, and unparalleled networking.

BVRLA members are committed to raise standards and delivering consistently good customer experiences. By agreeing to meet the standards in the Code of Conduct, members are helping the association raise the bar. The BVRLA’s training programme helps members maintain those standards and keep their colleagues fully informed.

Brokers have more opportunities than ever to connect and stay ahead in a rapidly evolving industry, thanks to the BVRLA’s Leasing Broker Conference this October. With the backing of headline sponsor QV Systems, the conference promises a packed agenda of expert speakers, insights, and unparalleled networking.

In the latest BVRLA blog, marking the first full year of the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA)’s Consumer Duty being in place, the association’s Director of Legal and Membership, Shashi Maharaj, shares key themes and observations that BVRLA members need to be aware of.

A new act from government has outlined what classifies as a ‘subscription product’. The contents of the Digital Markets, Competition and Consumers Act 2024 may require some members to review their products and how agreements are put together.