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Update – Recent developments in Open Banking – the Consumer Data Right
08 Jun 2021
Michael Mavromatis
PartnerPlease find our update on Open Banking below, along with details of recent developments and upcoming changes. “Open Banking” is the application of the Consumer Data Right (CDR) in the…...
Read moreRG 271 – Are you ready for the new Internal Dispute Resolution (IDR) requirements?
02 Jul 2021
Rachel Erlich
Special CounselThe Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC) released Regulatory Guide 271: Internal Dispute Resolution (RG 271) on 30 July 2020. ASIC’s internal dispute resolution (IDR) reporting requirements will come…...
Read moreRSE Licensees – Changes in Financial Services Obligations for Superannuation Funds
22 Jul 2021
David Court
PartnerA number of changes to the financial services laws have taken effect in 2021 which are of particular application to trustees of superannuation funds which are not self-managed superannuation…...
Read moreLiability of a Responsible Manager – Who’s responsible when things go wrong?
06 Aug 2021
David Court
PartnerThe Responsible Manager (RM) of a licensee plays a key role under the financial services and credit licensing regimes. However, many RMs are concerned as to their responsibilities and…...
Read moreBreach reporting for credit licensees: are you ready to dob yourself in?
03 Sep 2021
Jesse Vermiglio
PartnerOctober 2021 sees the commencement of many new regulatory reforms for Australian Credit Licence (ACL) holders. One of the reforms that will have greatest impact will be the new…...
Read more‘Generally speaking’ – What to look out for if you’re considering a move to a general advice model
05 Oct 2021
Zoe Higgins
Previously a Special Counsel at Holley NethercoteIn conducting licensee reviews for our clients, we look at their documented compliance arrangements and speak with their staff. One recent theme to emerge from many of these interviews can…...
Read moreEmployment in a COVID world
03 Nov 2021
Tim Dixon
Special CounselThe way we work, engage with clients, and manage our employment obligations has changed forever as a result of the arrangements which became necessary in order for professional businesses to…...
Read moreChristmas comes early for ASIC: unwrapping the gift of the Better Advice Act
06 Dec 2021
Clarisse Berenger
Previously a Lawyer at Holley NethercoteWith Christmas just around the corner, no doubt many of us are starting to plan for the festive season. If my household is anything to go by, wish lists are…...
Read moreAre changes coming to the wholesale client eligibility rules?
01 Feb 2022
David Court
PartnerIn a previous article we looked at various regulatory issues and concerns which have arisen with the current legal definitions of wholesale and retail clients under the Corporations Act 2001 (the "Act")…...
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