Industry welcomes 'pragmatic' FCA approach on MiFID II but 'no excuse for further delays'

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Mike Sheen
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Regulatory experts have said the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has shown "a more flexible side" following the release of its final Policy Statement on the implementation of MiFID II for UK firms, confirming requirements for inducements and investment research, taping, and the status of investment trusts.

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