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Investigations: Fairness Procedures and Natural Justice

High Court sets aside Central Bank prohibition notice

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Laura Murdock
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Central Bank Updates MCC Requirements

The Central Bank of Ireland has updated the Minimum Competency Code framework to reflect changes under the Consumer Protection Code 2025 and MiCA.

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Ian Murray
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CRD VI Third Country Branch Regime Transposed in Ireland

CRD VI has been transposed into Irish law. William Fry examines the new third-country branch regime and compliance steps for banks.

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Central Bank of Ireland Reviews Public Consultation Framework

Central Bank of Ireland calls for feedback on regulatory impact assessments and public consultation framework.

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Central Bank Consults on Revised Domestic Actuarial Regime for Irish (Re)Insurers

Central Bank of Ireland launches consultation on proposed updates to Domestic Actuarial Regime and Solvency II governance requirements.

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Eoin Caulfield
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Central Bank Enforcement: Independent Review Announced

An independent review of the Central Bank's enforcement activities has been commissioned and is due by January 2027

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Central Bank Consultation on Prohibition Notices Concludes

The Central Bank finalises its guidance on fitness and probity prohibition notices as CP166 concludes.

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Eoin Caulfield
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New Winding-Up Powers for the Central Bank of Ireland: What Irish (Re)Insurers Need to Know

New Central Bank Winding-Up Powers Strengthen the Oversight of Irish (Re)Insurers

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Central Bank Publishes First Insurance Newsletter of 2026

The latest Insurance Quarterly newsletter highlights several supervisory updates of interest to Irish (re)insurers.

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The Consumer Protection Code comes into force

The revised Consumer Protection Code took effect on 24 March 2026, following a one-year implementation period after publication.

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CRD VI – New Third Country Branch Regime – Impact in Ireland

We look at the new third-country branch regime under CRD VI and how this might impact third-country financial services firms providing core banking...

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Funds Focus – March 26

March 2026 brings key regulatory updates for fund managers, including major deadlines, new EU initiatives and CBI priorities.

Vincent Coyne
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Vincent Coyne
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Central Bank 2026 Regulatory and Supervisory Outlook – (Re)Insurers and Intermediaries

Central Bank’s 2026 Outlook highlights key risks and supervisory priorities, focusing on insurance sector issues for Ireland’s companies.

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Central Bank 2026 Regulatory and Supervisory Outlook Report – Cross-Sectoral – Introduction

On 26 February 2026, the Central Bank published its RSO outlining key financial sector risks and supervisory priorities.

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Decisions on Ireland’s Exercise of National Discretions under CRD VI

Our Financial Regulation team reviews recent Department of Finance decisions on the transposition of the national discretions contained in the CRD ...

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MiCAR/PSD2 Interplay: EBA opinion on the no action transition period end

We examine the recent European Banking Authority opinion which impacts crypto-asset service providers that transact electronic money tokens.

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Updated Central Bank PCF List with Head of Safeguarding Roles Included

The Central Bank Reform Act 2010 (Sections 20 and 22) (Amendment) Regulations 2026 (PCF Regulations) are operative since 10 February 2026 and inclu...

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Fitness and Probity Prohibition Notices under the Spotlight in latest Central Bank Consultation

The Central Bank has opened a consultation on draft guidance concerning fitness and probity prohibition notices.

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Loan originating AIFMs | AIFMD 2.0 compliance

Streamlined Central Bank authorization process for Loan originating AIFMs to comply with AIFMD 2.0 by 16 April 2026

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The Central Bank Issues Dear CEO Letter on Electronic Money Definition

On 18 December 2025, the Central Bank of Ireland issued a Dear CEO letter to Electronic Money Institutions to highlight a European Commission inter...

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Central Bank of Ireland Publishes Final Insurance Newsletter for 2025

The Central Bank's final Insurance Quarterly Newsletter sets the tone for 2026 with important supervisory updates for (re)insurers.

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Central Bank Publishes Second Intermediary Newsletter of 2025

Central Bank highlights supervisory focus areas for (re)insurance intermediaries in 2026.

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Fitness and Probity: CP160 Central Bank publishes Feedback Statement and Revised Guidance

Our financial regulation specialists review the Central Bank of Ireland's revisions to its Fitness and Probity regime following a consultation with...

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The Digital Euro Project Moves to the Next Phase

On 30 October 2025, the Governing Council of the European Central Bank announced its decision to move to the next phase of the digital euro project.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – October 2025

Updates include the CBI’s revised ELTIF application process, the European Parliament’s position on T+1 settlement, and new publications from ESMA, ...

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Supervising for the Future: CBI Addresses European Insurance Forum

At the European Insurance Forum, the CBI shared thoughts on its new supervisory approach, highlighting regulatory simplification and the importance...

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EIOPA 2026 Priorities: Key Supervisory Themes for Insurers’ Horizon Scanning

EIOPA has confirmed its strategic supervisory priorities for 2026, offering a clear view of where regulatory attention will focus next year.

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Central Bank of Ireland Publishes Latest Insurance Newsletter

The Central Bank of Ireland has published its latest Insurance Quarterly Newsletter.

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Legal News – September 25

Here is a selection of our recent publications from August 2025.

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What’s New in the Central Bank’s 2025 Operational Resilience Guidance?

The Central Bank publishes updated Cross-Industry Guidance on operational resilience

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – August 2025

Updates include ESMA's final report on sustainability risks and disclosures and the first of ESMA's thematic notes on sustainability claims, and up...

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CRD VI Changes to EU Third-Country Branches: EBA Report

We examine recent Capital Requirements Directive updates on the provision of banking services from third countries.

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Legal News – July 25

Welcome to the July 2025 edition of Legal News. Here is a selection of our recent publications.

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Central Bank Authorisations and Gatekeeping Report for 2024

The Central Bank of Ireland recently published its annual Authorisations and Gatekeeping Report.

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Legal News – May 25

Welcome to the May 2025 edition of Legal News. Here is a selection of our recent publications.

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Legal News – April 25

Welcome to the April 2025 edition of Legal News. Here is a selection of our recent publications.

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The Consumer Protection Code is Modernised

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Crypto-Asset Service Provider Authorisations in Ireland

From 30 December 2024, crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) require authorisation to operate within the EU.

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Central Bank Outlines a New Approach to Supervision

On 28 February 2025, the Central Bank of Ireland (Central Bank) outlined its new approach to supervising regulated financial services firms.

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Central Bank Cross Sectoral Guidance for Firms Seeking Authorisation

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Central Bank of Ireland Highlights Key Issues for the Insurance Intermediary Sector

The Central Bank of Ireland published its latest newsletter for the retail intermediaries sector in Ireland.

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Central Bank of Ireland Publishes KFD for CASPs

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Central Bank Penalises Payment Institution for Safeguarding Failures

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – November 2024

November 2024 updates across sustainable finance, UK distribution, ELTIFs regulatory technical standards, T+1 updates and industry communication on...

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Central Bank Formally Appointed as National Competent Authority Under MiCAR

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MiFID II Marketing Communications Requirements – Dear CEO Letter – Key Themes 2

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MiFID II Marketing Communications Requirements – Dear CEO Letter – Key Themes 1

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MiFID II Marketing Communications Requirements – Dear CEO Letter – Required Actions

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – October 2024

October 2024 updates across procedural changes for submissions to the CBI portal, proposed limited partnerships reform, the Overseas Funds Regime a...

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Part 2: CPC Review – Potential Changes and Challenges Facing Insurance Firms

In this Part 2 follow on article, we elaborate in more detail on areas for importance for (re)insurers and intermediaries.

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Central Bank Publishes Updated New Authorisation Checklist for (Re)insurance Undertakings

We discuss the updates made to the Central Bank of Ireland's new authorisation and approval process for (re)insurance undertakings.

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Part 1: CPC Review – Potential Changes and Challenges Facing Insurance Firms

In this article, our Insurance team review and deal with some key themes affecting the insurance industry and intermediaries.

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Legal News – October 24

Here is a selection of recent podcasts and publications contained in our October 2024 edition of Legal News.

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Central Bank Remarks on Combatting Financial Crime

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Central Bank Innovation Sandbox is Open For Applications

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MiCAR: Updates to the Central Bank’s MiCAR Webpage

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – September 2024

September 2024 updates across sustainable finance, macroprudential policy for investment funds, T+1 settlement cycles, and passporting notification...

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – August 2024

August 2024 updates across sustainable finance, UK distribution, liquidity management, UCITS eligible assets and fitness & probity.

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Central Bank MiCAR Authorisation and Supervisory Expectations for CASPs

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – July 2024

Welcome to the July 2024 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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MiCAR: EU Level 2 and 3 Measures Move Forward

William Fry's Financial Regulation team examines some recent updates regarding EU Level 2 and 3 measures under the Regulation on Markets in Crypto ...

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Authorisation as a MiFID Investment Firm in Ireland

In our attached briefing, we break down the revised MiFID authorisation process and outline the steps required for authorisation.

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Central Bank update on the MiCAR authorisation process

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Central Bank Update on the impact of MiCA on VASPs

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – April 2024

Welcome to the April 2024 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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SEAR Regulations signed and other Individual Accountability Framework Developments

We look at updates on the IAF including the SEAR Regulations recently signed by the Central Bank.

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Central Bank 2024 Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook Report – Financial Crime Spotlight

Financial crime – an area of particular focus for the Central Bank in the 2024

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Central Bank Updates Approach to Authorising Payment Institutions / E-Money Institutions

We look at updates to the Central Bank's approach to authorising Payment and E-Money Institutions in Ireland.

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Insurance Newsletter Q1 2024 – Central Bank of Ireland Highlights Two Key Issues

The Central Bank of Ireland published its Insurance Industry newsletter for Q1 2024 containing insights and updates for Irish (re)insurers.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – March 2024

Welcome to the March 2024 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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CBI Publishes Consultation Paper on Consumer Protection Code Revision

We look at CP158 - The Central Bank Consultation Paper on its proposals to revise the Consumer Protection Code.

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Payments and E-Money Sector – Central Bank Event and Report

We look at key supervisory priorities for the payments and e-money sector based on remarks at a recent event by the Central Bank.

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Central Bank Publishes 2024 Regulatory and Supervisor Outlook

We look at the Central Bank’s view on the key trends and risks facing the financial sector, along with its regulatory and supervisory priorities.

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IFSAT Critical of the Central Bank’s Decision on PCF Roles

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Central Bank Newsletter Highlights Key Issues for (Re)Insurers in 2024

The Central Bank of Ireland newsletter for Q4 2023 highlights recent regulatory developments and the CBI's supervisory priorities for 2024

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – January 2024

Welcome to the January 2024 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – December 2023

Welcome to the December 2023 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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Intermediary Newsletter – Central Bank of Ireland Spotlights Three Key Issues

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Individual Accountability & SEAR: Time for Action Nov 2023

We set out key actions to benchmark your firm’s implementation action plan under each of the four pillars of the individual accountability framework.

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CBI Publishes Final Individual Accountability Framework Standards and Guidance

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Central Bank’s Thematic Review of Irish Insurers Highlights Importance of Cyber Security

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CBI Consultation Paper on Innovation Engagement (CP156)

We look at the Central Bank's consultation paper on its enhanced approach to innovation engagement in financial services.

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An Analysis of EIOPA’s Peer Review Report on Product Oversight and Governance

We analyse EIOPA's recent Peer Review Report on Product Oversight and Governance with a particular focus on its comments on the Central Bank of Ire...

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ELTIF 2.0 – Welcome Clarity on Irish Implementation

We are pleased to see that the Central Bank of Ireland has recently indicated to industry a clear path forward to facilitate the launch and operati...

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Insurance Industry Newsletter – Central Bank of Ireland Spotlights Three Key Issues

We focus on three key topics from the Central Bank's latest Insurance Quarterly Newsletter: the thematic inspection of Product Oversight and Govern...

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Individual Accountability for Fund Managers – Countdown to Jan 2024

Development of the IAF continues with further publications from the Central Bank ahead of the first scheduled effective date of 31 December 2023.

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Legal News – July 2023

Here is a selection of our recent publications on subjects that may affect you or your business.

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Central Bank Consultation CP154 – Enforcement Reforms

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Central Bank of Ireland’s Enhanced Fitness and Probity Enforcement Procedures

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Publication of the Central Bank’s Final Guidance for Irish (Re)Insurers on Climate Change Risk

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Central Bank Remarks on the Forthcoming Implementation of MiCA

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – May 2023

Welcome to the May 2023 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – April 2023

Welcome to the April 2023 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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Central Bank tells Fund Managers to Prioritise Oversight and Calibration of Costs and Fees

On 24 March 2023, the Central Bank published its findings from the 2021 UCITS CSA on costs and fees

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – March 2023

Welcome to the March 2023 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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Individual Accountability for Fund Managers

Analysis of the impact for fund management companies of the Central Bank's proposed individual accountability framework.

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The Central Bank launches its Consultation Paper following enactment of IAF/SEAR legislation

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Ep 1- Legal Professional Privilege: John Delaney & the Corporate Enforcement Authority

The William Fry, Preparing For Individual Accountability podcast

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Central Bank Dear CEO Letter to Payment Institutions and Electronic Money Institutions (January 2023)

On 20 January 2023, the Central Bank published a Dear CEO Letter to payment institutions and electronic money institutions highlighting recent supe...

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Ep1 Background and Introduction to the Individual Accountability Framework

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Ep 3 Enhanced Fitness and Probity Regime

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Ep 5 Enforcement Reforms & Wrap Up

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Ep 4 Senior Executive Accountability (SEAR)

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Ep 2 Conduct Standards of the Individual Accountability Framework

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Wipe Away Green-Washing in Your Business

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Virtual Asset Service Providers’ AML/CFT Frameworks: Central Bank Observations on VASP Applications for Registration

On 11 July 2022, the Central Bank issued a bulletin to virtual asset service providers (VASPs) outlining its regulatory expectations and setting ou...

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The Central Bank of Ireland Publishes Intermediary Times Newsletter

The Central Bank of Ireland published the latest edition of its Intermediary Times newsletter on 18 June 2021. The newsletter provides updates on v...

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SFDR Level 2 – Less Than 3 Months to Filing Deadline

1 December 2022 has been fixed as the filing deadline under the Central Bank's SFDR Level 2 fast-track approval process.

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Re-Engineered ILP Ready for Launch

Significant enhancements to the Irish Investment Limited Partnership will be introduced at the beginning of January 2021

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Proposed Guidance on Climate Change Risks for the (Re)Insurance Sector – CBI Launches Public Consultation

The Central Bank of Ireland launches a public consultation on the proposed introduction of guidance outlining action that (re)insurers can take to ...

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PRISM – Impact Review

The Central Bank has published its PRISM Impact Review for February 2020, with implications for the insurance and reinsurance sector

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One to Watch: Positive Reporting Obligation Declared Unconstitutional

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New Regulations Amending Ireland’s Solvency II Regulations Signed into Law

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Key steps in Dealing with “Dawn-Raids” by Irish and EU Competition Regulators and/or Central Bank

A reminder for companies to review their dawn raid/regulatory inspections response plans and to train key staff on how to react

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Irish Loan Originating Funds – An Introduction

An introduction to Europe's first tailored regulatory regime for loan originating funds

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Investment Firms: CBI Consultation on Competent Authority Discretions in the IFD/IFR

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Insurance Industry Faces Emerging Litigation Threat

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Individual Accountability Moves Closer – What Will it Mean for Me?

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Green Rules for Every Colour Fund

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Fitness & Probity: Central Bank’s Expectations of Regulated Financial Service Firms

Regulated FS Firms reminded by Central Bank to have robust Fitness and Probity policies, procedures and practices in place

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Finalised Guidance on the Use of Service Companies for Staffing in the Insurance Sector

Today, the Central Bank of Ireland published its final Guidance on the Use of Service Companies for Staffing in the Insurance Sector

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ESMA Issues Guidelines On Calculation Of Performance Fees

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ESMA Beefs Up Liquidity Risk Management Rules for Funds & Other Briefings

Each month our Asset Management & Investment Funds team write a 'Legal & Regulatory Update'. Welcome to the our September edition.

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COVID-19 – Accelerating the Trend Towards a Cashless Society?

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Consultation Paper 140: Cross Industry Guidance on Operational Resilience

The Central Bank of Ireland seeks stakeholders' views on the proposed Cross Industry Guidance on Operational Resilience.

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Central Bank updates (Re)Insurers on Key Regulatory Developments in its September Industry Newsletter

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Central Bank’s Feedback Statement on the ETF Discussion Paper

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Central Bank Publishes Second Newsletter for Insurance Intermediaries in 2019

Central Bank of Ireland publishes second newsletter of 2019 for insurance intermediaries updating on Brexit preparedness and other important topics.

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Central Bank Permits Irish Funds Invest Through Bond Connect

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Central Bank Publishes “Dear CRO” Letter Focusing on Operational Risk Management

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Central Bank publishes Consultation Paper in relation to Third Country Insurance Branches in Ireland

Establishing a Third Country Insurance Branch in Ireland – New Consultation Paper Published

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Central Bank Publishes Consultation Paper on Enhancement of Engagement with Stakeholders

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Central Bank Publishes Consultation Paper on Pre-Emptive Recovery Planning for (Re)Insurers

The CBI's consultation paper contains proposals for regulations and guidelines on pre-emptive recovery plans.

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Central Bank Publishes Findings from Thematic on Cybersecurity Risk Management

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Central Bank Publishes Guidance on the Establishment of an EEA Branch of an Insurance Undertaking

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Central Bank Publishes Insurance Newsletter – March 2021

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Central Bank Publishes Insurance Quarterly Newsletter

Brexit and operational risk are the main topics covered in the Central Bank's latest insurance newsletter.

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Central Bank Publishes Outcome of CP86 Compliance Review

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Central Bank of Ireland issues “Dear CEO” Letter to Retail Intermediaries regarding Regulatory Returns

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Central Bank of Ireland Publishes Consumer Protection Outlook 2020

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Central Bank of Ireland publishes Strategic Plan 2019 – 2021

The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) has published its Strategic Plan for the next three years.

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Central Bank of Ireland Supervisory Priorities for the Irish (Re)Insurance Sector following COVID-19

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Central Bank of Ireland’s “Dear CEO Letter” on Supervisory Expectations for Payment Institutions and Electronic Money Institutions

On 9 December 2021, the Central Bank of Ireland published the "Dear CEO Letter" to Payment Institutions and Electronic Money Institutions, remindin...

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Central Bank Outlines Expectations for Irish Insurance Intermediaries on Brexit Planning

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Central Bank Determination points to Increased Focus on Senior Executive Accountability

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Central Bank Makes an Example of Director Found in Breach of Fitness & Probity Standards

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Central Bank CP150 Consultation Paper on Intra-Group Transactions Affecting Irish (Re)Insurance Undertakings

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Central Bank Data Requests Issued to Corporate Debt & Real Estate Funds

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CBI Administrative Sanctions – Themes of Relevance to (Re)insurers

A brief overview of the CBI Administrative Sanctions and the themes of relevance to (Re)insurers.

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Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022 published

On 28 July 2022, the Department of Finance published the Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2022 (the Bill). The Government wi...

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Business Interruption Insurance – Financial Conduct Authority Test Case

In this article, we consider the ongoing Financial Conduct Authority test case and its possible implications for Irish insurers.

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Building the Case for a Macroprudential Framework for Funds

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Brexit Planning – Seconding staff from the UK to Ireland

In its recently updated Brexit FAQ, the Central Bank of Ireland (the "Central Bank") provides an insight into its approach to Irish-authorised firm...

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update Dec 18 – Jan 19

Welcome to the our extended 'Legal & Regulatory Update' for December 18 and January 19.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – April 2022

Welcome to the April 2022 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – August 2022

Welcome to the August 2022 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – June 2022

Welcome to the June 2022 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update

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Central Bank of Ireland Publishes its First 2022 Newsletter for Insurance Intermediaries

A concise overview of the main points of interest for (re)insurance intermediaries in the Central Bank's recent edition of the Intermediary Times.

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Central Bank (Individual Accountability Framework) Bill 2021: Pre-legislative Scrutiny Recommendations

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Central Bank Consumer Protection Code Review

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Preparing for Individual Accountability Series – Part 4 -Enforcement Reforms

In this briefing, we examine proposed enforcement reforms - the fourth of four pillars of the individual accountability framework - and we outline ...

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Legal News – April 2022

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – May 2022

Welcome to the May 2022 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update

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Preparing for Individual Accountability Series – Part 3 – Senior Executive Accountability Regime

In this briefing, we examine the senior executive accountability regime (SEAR) – the third of four pillars of the individual accountability framewo...

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Preparing for Individual Accountability Series – Part 2 – Fitness and Probity Reforms

In this briefing, we examine fitness and probity reforms – the second of four pillars of the individual accountability framework - and we outline t...

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Legal News – May 2022

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EIOPA’s Supervisory Statement on the Supervision of Run-Off Undertakings

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Legal News – August 2022

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Preparing for Individual Accountability Series – Part 1 – Conduct Standards

In this briefing, we examine conduct standards – the first of four pillars of the individual accountability framework - and we outline the actions ...

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Irish Central Bank Imposes Largest Monetary Fine to date on Fund Service Provider

The Central Bank of Ireland has issued the largest monetary fine to date on a Fund Service Provider for regulatory breaches relating to the outsour...

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Operational Resilience: regulatory guidance published for financial services sector

The Guidelines set out a recommended approach for ensuring operational resilience through the management of disruptive events.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – Dec 21

Welcome to the December 2021 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update

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Intense Regulatory Focus on Liquidity Risk Management Continues

Fund liquidity management is a hot button issue for local, EU and international regulators. See our analysis of the Central Bank's and ESMA's dema...

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – Nov 21

Welcome to the November 2021 edition of our Asset Management & Investment Funds Update.

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Virtual Asset Service Providers Become Subject to Registration Requirements and AML/CTF Obligations

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CBI releases its Annual Report and Report on Protected Disclosures for 2020

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New Government Legislation Programme: Industry & Sector Breakdown

The Government Legislation Programme for the Autumn 2021 session has been published.

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The Future of How Ireland Works Part 4: The Central Bank is Getting SEARious about Individual Accountability

As part of our Future of How Ireland Works series, our Employment lawyers discuss current issues of concern, from an employment legal perspective, ...

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Central Bank Identifies Deficiencies in Investment Firms’ Management of Conduct Risk

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Central Bank Publishes QIAIF Consultation and New Q&As

The Central Bank has published a new consultation with draft guidance for PE funds and other closed-ended QIAIFs in addition to two new Q&As for ILPs.

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How to Manage Pandemic-Related PCF Vacancies

Central Bank issues guidance on the appointment of temporary PCFs in the event of a pandemic-related PCF vacancy

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(Re)Insurance Intermediaries – Update on Changes to Central Bank Authorisation Form and Other Regulatory Requirements

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Central Bank issues “Dear CEO” Letters to MiFID Firms on “Unregulated Activities” and “Appropriateness”

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Legal News – November 2020

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Central Bank of Ireland Publishes Supervisory Framework for COVID-19-related Business Interruption Insurance Claims

We explain the key features of the Central Bank of Ireland's new Supervisory Framework which sets out its expectations of Irish insurers in address...

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Legal News – May

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Co-operation and Early Engagement with the Central Bank are Key in Enforcement Actions

We review the Central Bank's most recent enforcement action and take a look at the importance of early engagement and co-operation as factors consi...

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Differential Pricing in the Irish Insurance Market – the Beginning of the End?

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Impact of Behaviour on Fines Imposed by the Central Bank

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Electronic Money Institution Authorisations in Ireland

William Fry's Financial Regulation Unit provides an overview of the process and requirements for securing authorisation as an electronic money inst...

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Central Bank Bans Director Deemed Not of Appropriate Fitness and Probity & Other Topical Briefings

Welcome to the November 2019 edition of our monthly update from the Asset Management & Investment Funds team.

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Partner
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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update Feb 19

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Central Bank of Ireland Publishes Third Insurance Quarterly Newsletter for 2019

Articles relate to compliance with conditions of authorisation, insurance and climate change and Brexit

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The Central Bank’s consultation on a proposed set of rules in investment funds & other Briefings October 19

Each month our Asset Management & Investment Funds team write a 'Legal & Regulatory Update'. Welcome to the our October edition.

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Partner
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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update May 19

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update April 19

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update March 19

Each month our Asset Management & Investment Funds team write a 'Legal & Regulatory Update'. Welcome to the our March edition.

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Temper(ature)s Rise Over UK Markets’ & Other Funds Updates – June 2019

Each month our Asset Management & Investment Funds team write a 'Legal & Regulatory Update'. Welcome to the our June edition.

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Central Bank Publishes First Newsletter for Insurance Intermediaries in 2019

Central Bank of Ireland publishes newsletter for insurance intermediaries with updates on Brexit and other topics.

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Legal News – April 2019

Welcome to the March 2019 issue of Legal News which is a round-up of some of our articles in the last month.

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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update July 19

Each month our Asset Management & Investment Funds team write a 'Legal & Regulatory Update'. Welcome to the our July edition.

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Partner
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Asset Management & Investment Funds Update – September 18

Each month our Asset Management & Investment Funds team write a 'Legal & Regulatory Update'. Welcome to the September issue.

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New Central Bank Rules on UCITS Indices

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WRC finds Serious Breach of Fitness and Probity Standards No Grounds for Fair Dismissal

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