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FSC acknowledges Government progress on culture and conduct
Tuesday, 30 April 2019, 2:52 pm | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council acknowledges the progress on the Government’s financial sector culture and conduct reform work programme with the release of two options papers, and welcomes the opportunity to respond to them. More >>
Passing of FSLAB a landmark moment for industry
Monday, 8 April 2019, 9:51 am | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council (FSC) has welcomed the passing of the Financial Services Legislation Amendment Bill (FSLAB) through Parliament as a landmark moment for the New Zealand financial services industry. “FSLAB has been a long time coming and ... More >>
Industry acting on culture and conduct report
Tuesday, 29 January 2019, 12:59 pm | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council welcomed the release of the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) and Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ) report on Life Insurer Conduct and Culture today and will work with its members in the sector to act on its recommendations. More >>
Major Regulatory Changes Drive Interest in Summit
Wednesday, 16 January 2019, 2:28 pm | Financial Services Council
Over 700 financial advisers and industry specialists signed up to the 2019 Navigating Regulation Advice Summit over the holiday period. More >>
Five steps towards wellbeing in 2019
Wednesday, 9 January 2019, 3:23 pm | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council watched with interest the New Zealand Government’s Wellbeing Budget announcements at the end of 2018, providing a new lens on implementing social and environmental wellbeing measures together with economic ones. More >>
The FSC welcomes new member Consilium
Thursday, 20 December 2018, 12:04 pm | Financial Services Council
FSC CEO, Richard Klipin, said ‘the Financial Services sector plays a key part in the New Zealand economy. Together, our members help and support New Zealanders to grow, manage and protect their wealth and as the voice of the sector, the FSC welcomes ... More >>
Navigating Regulation Advice Summit 2019 Launched
Monday, 10 December 2018, 8:00 pm | Financial Services Council
Navigating Regulation Advice Summit 2019 Launched The Financial Services Council, the Financial Markets Authority and MBIE today launched the 2019 Navigating Regulation Advice Summits which will be held across New Zealand in March. This Summit is designed ... More >>
Culture and Conduct Report an important step
Monday, 5 November 2018, 4:44 pm | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council (FSC) has welcomed the release of the culture and conduct report into retail banks by the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) and Reserve Bank New Zealand (RBNZ) as an important step forward for the financial services industry. More >>
FSC calls for changes to close the KiwiSaver gap
Friday, 7 September 2018, 10:08 am | Financial Services Council
FSC calls for essential changes to close the KiwiSaver gap The Financial Services Council has today released a new report, ‘Shaping Futures: Closing the KiwiSaver Gap’ , which sends a clear message to government, industry and consumers that combined ... More >>
Winners of top industry awards announced
Friday, 7 September 2018, 8:30 am | Financial Services Council
Industry’s top talent were recognised at the Financial Services Council and Workplace Savings New Zealand 2018 Gala Awards ceremony tonight, following the first day of the FSC and WSNZ national conference. More >>
FSC puts a stake in the ground
Wednesday, 5 September 2018, 6:34 pm | Financial Services Council
FSC puts a stake in the ground On the eve of its national conference, the Financial Services Council (FSC) has launched a new set of standards and guidance for its members, the FSC Code of Conduct. Developed over two years by FSC members, the Code of Conduct ... More >>
Industry awards open for nominations
Tuesday, 31 July 2018, 3:47 pm | Financial Services Council
Celebrating good consumer outcomes and industry conduct, the annual Financial Services Council and Workplace Savings NZ awards are open for nominations. More >>
FMA review sends important message to industry
Wednesday, 18 July 2018, 1:56 pm | Financial Services Council
The FMA thematic review on replacement business practices in the insurance industry has a number of important findings for the sector says the Financial Services Council. More >>
KiwiSaver changes welcomed
Tuesday, 3 July 2018, 12:27 pm | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council has welcomed the proposed KiwiSaver changes contained in the Taxation Bill introduced to Parliament this week. More >>
FSC will engage constructively with regulators
Thursday, 24 May 2018, 5:28 pm | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council has welcomed the conduct letter from the Financial Markets Authority (FMA) and the Reserve Bank of New Zealand (RBNZ), and will engage in a transparent and constructive manner in providing the requested information. More >>
Report highlights importance of transparency and disclosure
Wednesday, 16 May 2018, 3:00 pm | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council welcomes the FMA report on remuneration structures in the insurance industry and the important issues it raises in relation to transparency and disclosure. More >>
FSC national conference returns for 2018
Tuesday, 1 May 2018, 10:12 am | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council and Workplace Savings NZ are delighted to announce the return of their national conference for 2018. ‘Shaping Futures’ is the showcase event for the New Zealand financial services industry and will be in held in Auckland ... More >>
FSC welcomes nib as a new member
Tuesday, 3 April 2018, 4:03 pm | Financial Services Council
The FSC welcomes nib New Zealand as a new member. The addition brings the total number of FSC members to 33, including seven new members since February 2017. More >>
FSC welcomes FMA report
Thursday, 22 March 2018, 2:28 pm | Financial Services Council
The FSC has welcomed the report released today by the Financial Markets Authority on insurance replacement business and conflicted conduct, and the useful spotlight it puts on behaviour in some parts of the industry. More >>
FSC will engage with KiwiFund Bill
Wednesday, 21 February 2018, 5:21 pm | Financial Services Council
The Financial Services Council welcomes the opportunity to engage with the KiwiFund Bill and the issues it raises, but questions whether the measures in the Bill are needed. More >>