Sarah Hitchins

The UK Upper Tribunal’s decision in Burdett v FCA [2026] UKUT 00068 (TCC) illustrates discretionary fund managers’ suitability obligations in respect of underlying retail clients even where there are adviser intermediaries;...more The UK continues to strengthen its approach to white collar crime and corporate investigations, with significant legal and regulatory reforms introduced in 2025 and further changes anticipated. The UK Government’s new...more The High Court has handed the UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) fresh legal cover to name firms under investigation where “exceptional circumstances” are said to exist, dismissing a judicial review brought by an anonymous...more The PRA and FCA have finalised major reforms to the UK bankers’ remuneration regime, unlocking significant flexibility for banks from 16 October 2025, while reinforcing individual accountability....more