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Russian invasion of Ukraine: financial sanctions and information

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PS22/8: Protecting investors in authorised funds following the Russian invasion of Ukraine

We have set out final rules and guidance that allow authorised fund managers to create separate unit classes (side pockets) for retail investment funds affected by the invasion of Ukraine

FCA response to Chancellor’s call to stop investing in Russia

Regulated firms have already taken steps to avoid new investment in the Russian economy

Joint statement from UK financial regulatory authorities on sanctions and the cryptoasset sector

The UK, in partnership with our allies across the globe, has imposed an unprecedented package of economic sanctions on Russia and Belarus

Operational and cyber resilience

Points your firm should consider following Russia’s invasion of Ukraine

Financial sanctions

Financial sanctions are imposed by the Government and may apply to individuals, entities and governments, resident in the UK or abroad. You should notify us if you are subject to financial sanctions.

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Market Abuse Regulation

The Market Abuse Regulation (MAR) aims to increase market integrity and investor protection. Find out more about the application and structure of the MAR, market abuse offences and exemptions.

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Previous statements

Consultation on use of side pockets for retail funds with exposure to sanctioned and suspended Russian assets

We have begun discussions with stakeholders about options to allow UK authorised retail funds to make exceptional use of 'side pockets' given the significant practical challenges in disposing of Russian and Belarussian assets in the context of suspensions and extensive global sanctions

Events in Ukraine – impact on financial markets

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine is having a significant impact on financial markets

New financial sanctions measures in relation to Russia

We expect firms to have established systems and controls to counter the risk that they might be used to further financial crime and this includes compliance with financial sanctions obligations