As the final step of its review of the Consumer Protection Code 2012 (Code), the Central Bank of Ireland (Central Bank) has today published its Feedback Statement following last year’s public consultation on draft Regulations and Guidance documents to revise and replace the Code from 24 March 2026.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryThe Central Bank of Ireland (Central Bank) recently outlined its new supervisory approach in a document titled ‘Our Approach to Supervision’, which was published alongside its Regulatory and Supervisory Outlook Report 2025.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryDomestically, the Financial Services and Pensions Ombudsman Act 2017 was restored to the Dáil Order Paper. At European level, ESMA published Guidelines on solicitation under MiCAR.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryDomestically, the European Union (Investment Firms) (Amendment) Regulations 2025 were signed into law and published in Iris Oifigiúil. At European level, the European Commission proposes extending ESMA procedural rules to CTPs.
Asset Management & Investment FundsDomestically, the Central Bank (Amendment) Bill 2025 was initiated before Dáil Éireann. At European level, EIOPA also informed policyholders about the liquidation of FWU Life Insurance Luxembourg.
FinanceDomestically, the CBI published its 2025 Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook Report. At European level, SMA published a report on cost structures in the investment fund industry and an MMF stress testing update.
Asset Management & Investment FundsDomestically, the Credit Review Bill 2024 was restored to the Dáil Order Paper. At European level, the EBA amended its guidelines on ICT and security risk management measures in the context of DORA application.
FinanceOn 28 February 2025, the Central Bank of Ireland (Central Bank) published its Regulatory and Supervisory Outlook Report (Outlook Report), a letter from Governor Makhlouf to the Minister for Finance and a Dear CEO Letter.
Asset Management & Investment FundsA statutory instrument giving further effect to the Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) in Ireland has been published.
DORADomestically, the Central Bank of Ireland publishes guide to submitting DORA major ICT-related incident and significant cyber threat reports. At European level, the European Banking Authority consults on guidelines on ESG scenario analysis.
Financial Regulation AdvisoryDomestically, the CBI publishes updates to its guidance documents. At European level, ESMA reminds market participants that the new regime for the reporting of over the counter transactions for post-trade transparency purposes became fully operational.
Asset Management & Investment FundsDomestically, the Minister for Finance imposes restrictions on compensation available under the Motor Insurance Insolvency Compensation Act 2024. At European level, amendments to Solvency II and the Insurance Recovery and Resolution Directive published.
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