United Kingdom
A separate post-Brexit regulatory framework, close to the EU in places and diverging in others.
Overview
Since leaving the EU, the UK has retained and then amended much EU-derived law, so firms in both markets track two regimes.
Authorities in this jurisdiction include the FCA, PRA, CMA, ICO, Ofcom, MHRA and HSE.
This glossary covers 7 authorities here, including FCA, PRA, CMA, ICO, Ofcom and MHRA.
Check the official sources below for legal scope, applicable dates and exceptions. This entry is an explanatory reference, not legal advice.
Why it matters
Operating here brings this jurisdiction’s laws and authorities into scope, on top of any parent jurisdiction’s.
Who it affects
Organisations established in, or serving customers in, United Kingdom.
Where it sits
Ten linked steps connect where you operate to the proof that you complied.
- 01Jurisdiction
- 02Industry
- 03Activity
- 04Authority
- 05Regulation
- 06Requirement
- 07Guidance
- 08Control
- 09Evidence
- 10Enforcement
Connections
The terms most closely tied to United Kingdom. Select one to open it.
What to do about it
- 1Establish your nexus: establishment, licences, customers or employees there.
- 2List the authorities with power over you there.
- 3Map local requirements and how they differ from the parent jurisdiction.
- 4Track local guidance and enforcement.
From requirement to evidence.
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