Policy & guidance

We aim to ensure members have access to the information and tools needed to adapt and thrive, while meeting regulatory and compliance obligations.

The regulatory landscape is constantly evolving, while rapid developments in technology are changing the face of financial services. We publish an extensive range of reports and publications on the topics and issues facing businesses, consumers and the banking and finance industry, from policy papers and data and statistics, through to research reports. We work with in-house expertise, members, government and regulators to develop policy and guidance, including industry-wide standards such as the Invoice Finance and Asset-Based Lending Standards Framework. As a collective voice for the banking and finance industry, UK Finance provides detailed responses to regulator and government-driven consultations, looking to shape the best outcome for our members and their customers and ensure proportionate and measured results. 

Filter policy and guidance

UK Finance Response to Transition Plan Taskforce framework

01.03.23

Consultation Responses

UK Finance Response to Transition Plan Taskforce framework

UK Finance welcomes the opportunity to respond to the UK Transition Plan Taskforce’s consultation on its Disclosure Framework and accompanying documents.
UK Finance response to Information Requirements in the Payment Account Regulations

20.02.23

Consultation Responses

UK Finance response to Information Requirements in the Payment Account Regulations

Although firms face different challenges, those members which responded to our call for input expressed broadly similar views whether they were a major ringfenced bank, a mid-tier or small firm.
UK Government Green Finance Strategy update

15.02.23

Reports and Publications

UK Government Green Finance Strategy update

In February 2023, UK Finance outlined its key asks to the UK Government for the upcoming Green Finance Strategy (GFS) update.
UK Finance Submission to Spring Budget 2023

15.02.23

Consultation Responses

UK Finance Submission to Spring Budget 2023

In advance of the Spring Budget, we have submitted a range of ideas that we believe will help grow the economy, level up the country and ensure support is given to those who need it in a challenging economic environment.
UK Finance response to Bank of England Consultation

10.02.23

Consultation Responses

UK Finance response to Bank of England Consultation

The supervisory approach to wholesale cash distribution
UK Finance response to joint discussion paper on AI from the Bank of England and Financial Conduct Authority

10.02.23

Consultation Responses

UK Finance response to joint discussion paper on AI from the Bank of England and Financial Conduct Authority

This discussion paper explored how the BoE and FCA can support the safe and responsible adoption of AI in financial services, including through their approach to policy and regulation.
UK Finance response to the Financial Ombudsman Service

07.02.23

Consultation Responses

UK Finance response to the Financial Ombudsman Service

‘Our 2023-24 plans and budget Consultation paper’
UK Finance responds to the FCA’s sustainability disclosure and product labelling consultation

27.01.23

Consultation Responses

UK Finance responds to the FCA’s sustainability disclosure and product labelling consultation

UK Finance is pleased to respond to the FCA’s sustainability disclosure requirements (SDR) and investment labels consultation paper, which seeks to help consumers navigate an increasingly complex investment product landscape, protect them from greenwashing, and promote trust.
Industry Protocol for the Pawnbroking Sector

25.01.23

Guidance

Industry Protocol for the Pawnbroking Sector

As part of joint work recently undertaken between UK Finance and the National Pawnbrokers Association (NPA), the following protocol has been produced.