On October 9, the JAC responded to the consultation issued by HM Treasury & Department for Business Innovation and Skills on Banking reform: draft secondary legislation (issued in July) in relation to structured issues. The response strongly considers that ring-fenced banks must be able to distribute structured products, and, in addition, issue structured products provided that issuance is consistent with the limitations on simple derivatives.
Documents (1) for JAC response to HM Treasury & Department for Business Innovation and Skills on Banking reform: draft secondary legislation
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