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Compliance News

Compliance News | May 2025

11 min read

This month's key compliance news includes Temu's data breach fine, the EU and UK's security and defence partnership, a new legal duty for sanctions screening, the FCA's simplification of complaints ...

The World's Biggest Accounting Fraud Scandals

10 Tips to Reduce Unconscious Bias at Work

12 Notorious UK Discrimination Cases

Tax Avoidance vs Tax Evasion - What is the Difference?

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Information Security GDPR

Top 10 GDPR Questions Answered | Skillcast

7 minute read

Is your business really GDPR compliant? Any company deemed non-compliant faces potentially hefty fines. We answer the top 10 frequently asked questions.

FCA Compliance Compliance News

Highest FCA Fines of 2025 | Skillcast

5 minute read

The FCA's year has been relatively quiet after fines broke records in 2024. However, concerning patterns are emerging. We've analysed FCA fines in 2025.

Fraud

Failure to Prevent Fraud Guidance | ECCTA | Skillcast

5 minute read

As fraud tactics evolve, our failure to prevent fraud guidance explains the new ECCTA 2023 offence and key steps UK firms should take.

Health and Safety

8 Ways to Promote Mental Health and Wellbeing at Work |...

5 minute read

A healthy workforce is the key to a successful business; by promoting mental health and wellbeing at work, you create a positive, productive environment.

Learning Strategy

Using Bloom's Taxonomy of Learning to Improve Outcomes |...

6 minute read

Want to ensure training is effective and that information sticks? Bloom’s Taxonomy is a hierarchy that aims to do that—discover what it is and how it helps.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

Protecting Your Business From Money Laundering | Skillcast

9 minute read

Learn how to protect your business against money laundering, with expert guidance and advice on regulations and risk assessment best practices.

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Equality and Diversity

10 Tips to Reduce Unconscious Bias at Work | Skillcast

3 minute read

Unconscious bias may lead to certain groups being treated less favourably or discriminated against. We have 10 tips on how to reduce bias in the workplace.

Compliance Strategy

How to Choose the RightCompliance Training Platform | SME |...

3 minute read

Choosing the right compliance training solution for your small business can feel difficult. Many options are available but not designed or priced for smaller businesses. Read our step-by-step guide on how to find the right fit for your business.

Compliance News

Compliance News | April 2025 | Skillcast

9 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes the resignation of Primark CEO over misconduct, Revolut's AML fine, new guidance on consumer protection published by the CMA, Block Inc.'s $40m settlement, and more.

Health and Safety

What you Need to Know About COSHH Regulations | Skillcast

6 minute read

Find out how COSHH regulations impact your workplace with our guide. It covers the law on handling hazardous substances, risk assessments, and safety advice.

Fraud Financial Crime

The World's Biggest Accounting Fraud Scandals | Skillcast

7 minute read

Should auditors be blamed when there are accounting scandals and accounting fraud? Or should companies be doing more to prevent fraud in the first place?

Product News & Events

Elevating Jupiter's Training Efficiency with Risk Analysis...

2 minute read

When asset management firm, Jupiter needed to refine and evolve their staff training to improve efficiency, they turned to Skillcast.

Health and Safety

10 Highest UK Health & Safety Fines of 2025 | Skillcast

11 minute read

Last year, some big health and safety fines were issued, with three of the fines making it onto the list for the highest HSE penalties of all time. We examine the largest penalties of 2025.

Information Security GDPR

Biggest GDPR Fines of 2025 | Skillcast

3 minute read

We sase some huge fines issued last year, often to the same company. We review the largest penalties dished out so far in 2025 and the breaches behind them.

FCA Compliance Compliance Strategy

What Does AI in Finance Look Like? | Skillcast

5 minute read

Advances in AI capabilities mean it can now be deployed at scale across different industries. We explore the opportunities and concerns of AI in finance.

Product News & Events

Ask Artificial Intelligence: The Need for Reliability |...

4 minute read

Despite its capabilities, AI lacks original thought and has been known to produce errors. We explore why trust and reliability must be at the heart of AI's future.

Equality and Diversity

Digital Inclusion in Financial Services Report |...

11 minute read

Discover which UK financial sub-sectors are leading in digital inclusion and accessibility, non-compliance risks, and key steps to meet regulatory standards.

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

What is Bribery? | Active vs Passive Bribery | Skillcast

6 minute read

Learn the distinctions between active and passive bribery and how these unethical practices have impacted businesses across the world.

Product News & Events

Enhancing Compliance Engagement at ABF | Skillcast

3 minute read

Ensuring compliance across a diverse global workforce is a significant challenge, so when ABF needed to overcome this, they turned to Skillcast.

Product News & Events

Unifying Compliance Solution for Multiple Entities | Sumer...

3 minute read

When Sumer needed to maintain individual oversight of compliance across its hubs while ensuring a unified compliance function, they turned to Skillcast.

Product News & Events

Scaling Compliance Efficiency with a Tailored Solution |...

2 minute read

When a leading African organisation faced the challenge of streamlining its compliance processes while meeting regulatory requirements, it turned to Skillcast.

Compliance News

Compliance News | March 2025 | Skillcast

15 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes HSF's sanctions fine, resilience and the fire at Heathrow, Google's $28m payout, and more.

Product News & Events

Navigating Training Success with Nudge Learning | Skillcast

2 minute read

When ensuring staff knowledge retention became a challenge, Skillcast partnered with a global charity to embed compliance through nudge learning.

Equality and Diversity

12 Notorious UK Discrimination Cases | Skillcast

9 minute read

Discrimination takes many forms, from gender or age to well-intentioned or just downright malicious. We've examined the most high profile cases in the UK.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

The Biggest AML Fines | Annual Report | Skillcast

17 minute read

Explore the biggest AML fines of each year from 2020 onwards with our comprehensive report. Updated each year with the most recent anti-money laundering data.

Business Skills

10 Ways to Improve Your Time Management Skills | Skillcast

4 minute read

Saving time saves your company money & increases revenue. Employees with good time management skills are more productive & more likely to meet deadlines.

ESG

What ISO 14001 is & How it Helps ESG | Skillcast

4 minute read

We are committed to protecting the environment. That's why we value ISO 14001 certification, which we have maintained consistently since 2010.

Equality and Diversity

7 Tips for Workplace Equality & Diversity | Skillcast

5 minute read

Workplace discrimination remains a major concern for UK businesses. To help, we have produced 7 tips to help you promote equality and diversity in work.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Skillcast at Learning Technologies 2025 | Skillcast

5 minute read

Skillcast is attending Learning Technologies, Europe's leading showcase of organisational learning and workplace learning technology, on 23/24 April 2025.

Business Skills

10 Easy Steps to Better Report Writing | Skillcast

2 minute read

Persuasive writing generates engagement, motivation and drives action. Improve your report-writing skills by following our 10 simple steps.

Business Skills

How to be More Professional at Work | Skillcast

3 minute read

Make sure that your colleagues and managers take you seriously with the help of our simple tips on how to behave more professionally in the workplace.

Equality and Diversity

Workplace Gender Equality | Pay Gap Reporting | Skillcast

4 minute read

Discover strategies for workplace gender equality and gender pay gap compliance, with expert insights, free tools, and practical resources from Skillcast.

Information Security Risk Management

The DORA Readiness Report | DORA | Skillcast

10 minute read

Discover which UK financial sub-sectors are prepared for the DORA regulation and how to mitigate risks with practical steps, including compliance training.

Equality and Diversity

Neurodiversity in the Workplace | Skillcast

7 minute read

Neurodiversity is often missing from a firm’s diversity and inclusion policies. We examine neurodiversity and why it's important to consider it at work.

Financial Crime

Tax Avoidance vs Tax Evasion | Tax Evasion Consequences |...

12 minute read

Find out how to tell the difference between tax avoidance and tax evasion with some high-profile examples. Avoid prosecution and hefty fines.

Equality and Diversity

What is Positive Discrimination & Why is it Unlawful? |...

4 minute read

In the UK, positive discrimination is illegal. We examine why this positive is actually a negative and how to avoid it.

Compliance News

Compliance News | February 2025 | Skillcast

21 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes banks' unlawful Bloomberg exchanges, OKX's AML fine, the FCA's email deletion policy, GSK's LinkedIn reprimand, and more.

Compliance Strategy

Conducting a Compliance Audit | Skillcast

6 minute read

Regular compliance audits are key to avoiding penalties and reputational damage. We explain the benefits, the process and how to quickly spot gaps.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Evolin Elevate Staff Training with Skillcast Premium |...

3 minute read

When Evolin Broking needed a scalable, efficient solution, they turned to Skillcast Premium, which transformed the company's compliance training programme.

Compliance Strategy

How to Communicate your Regulatory Compliance Credentials |...

9 minute read

Compliance officers have diverse roles, including communicating their company’s regulatory compliance credentials. We outline a range of effective methods.

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

Reducing Bribery and Corruption Risks | Compliance Guide |...

4 minute read

Learn how to reduce bribery and corruption risks in your workplace with effective strategies, compliance measures, and UK Bribery Act 2010 guidance.

Information Security GDPR

Best Practices for Email Distribution Lists | Skillcast

6 minute read

Email distribution lists are a blessing and a curse. Our 10 best practices will help ensure your lists stay effective, efficient and comply with the law.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Digital Learning Solutions for Effective Staff Training |...

4 minute read

Enhancing employee engagement is challenging. Digital learning solutions help navigate these challenges, so we've developed an enhanced learning package.

Equality and Diversity

Sexual Harassment Prevention & Reporting | Workplace Guide...

3 minute read

The Worker Protection (Amendment of Equality Act 2010) Act places a positive legal duty on companies to take "reasonable steps" to prevent sexual harassment.

Information Security Product News & Events

What is ISO 27001 Certification & Why is it Important? |...

3 minute read

Skillcast's information security management system (ISMS) has been awarded ISO 27001 status since 2011. Find out why it's important & how to achieve it.

Information Security Compliance Strategy

ESG Data Guide | Management, Security and Analysis |...

4 minute read

Manage ESG data effectively and securely with our comprehensive guide. Explore strategies for data collection, analysis, and privacy protection.

FCA Compliance SMCR

Top 10 FCA Compliance Priorities in 2025 | Skillcast

4 minute read

The FCA continues to evolve its regulatory approach. We discuss the major compliance issues facing financial services and what firms need to focus on.

GDPR

Conducting a GDPR Compliance Audit | Skillcast

13 minute read

An audit of your GDPR procedures and controls will allow you to benchmark your existing activities and remedy any gaps to ensure regulatory compliance.

Equality and Diversity

Identifying Sexual Harassment | Workplace Guide | Skillcast

5 minute read

Learn how to identify and prevent sexual harassment in the workplace. Understand the signs, impacts, and steps to foster a respectful environment.

Financial Crime Risk Management

Fraud Risk Assessment | Prevention Strategies | Skillcast

4 minute read

Learn how to assess and minimise fraud risk with key strategies and tools. Explore expert tips, best practices, and free fraud prevention resources from Skillcast.

Compliance News

Compliance News | January 2025 | Skillcast

18 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes American Express's fine, outages at Capital One and Citigroup, IT disruption at the British Museum, and more.

Information Security GDPR

Identifying and Dealing with Data Breaches | Skillcast

4 minute read

Learn how to identify and deal with data breaches effectively. Explore prevention strategies, GDPR compliance, and long-term protection solutions.

Compliance Strategy ESG

ESG Policy Guide | Compliance Strategies | Skillcast

4 minute read

Learn how to create, implement, and report on ESG policies with this comprehensive guide. Explore best practices, key metrics, and Skillcast survey insights.

Equality and Diversity

How to Achieve E-learning Accessibility | Skillcast

9 minute read

Achieving e-learning accessibility requires technology and standards to create content that is fully accessible to all, regardless of disability.

Product News & Events

Annual Compliance Summit 2025 | Skillcast

16 minute read

We hosted our annual compliance summit at the Chartered Accountants' Hall, One Moorgate Place, in the City of London, focusing on the future of compliance.

Compliance Fines & Settlements | Skillcast

13 minute read

We track penalties across key areas of compliance, from AML, bribery and competition law to GDPR and offer guidance on how to avoid fines in each area.

Information Security Risk Management

Understanding the DORA Regulation | DORA | Skillcast

8 minute read

The Digital Operational Resilience Act (DORA) is a new regulatory framework in the financial sector. We explore the DORA regulation and its implications.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Annual Benchmarking Survey Results | Skillcast

5 minute read

The compliance landscape is ever-changing. We surveyed over 100 compliance professionals from a range of organisations on the future of compliance.

Health and Safety Equality and Diversity

Top 10 Compliance Challenges in 2025 | Skillcast

35 minute read

It's that time again when we stare into a crystal ball and contemplate the year ahead. In 2025, we predict firms will encounter a myriad of challenges.

Gamification Learning Strategy

The Best Workplace Learning Theories | Training Guide |...

4 minute read

Explore six proven workplace learning theories, including instructional design and microlearning. Enhance training outcomes with these engaging methods.

Learning Strategy

Microlearning Techniques | Boost Compliance Training |...

6 minute read

Learn how microlearning supports compliance training. Discover benefits like increased retention, flexibility, and learner engagement through short, focused lessons.

Equality and Diversity

Accessibility in E-learning with POUR Principles | Skillcast

6 minute read

E-learning accessibility (WCAG 2.0) requires courses to be perceivable, operable, understandable and robust (POUR). Use our guidelines to check your content.

Learning Strategy

The Kirkpatrick Model | Evaluate Training Effectively |...

4 minute read

Master the Kirkpatrick Model to evaluate training success. Learn how to measure reactions, learning, behaviour changes, and results.

Learning Strategy

Storytelling in Learning and Development | Skillcast

4 minute read

Explore storytelling in learning and development. Learn how to craft compelling narratives that enhance engagement, retention, and learner connection.

Product News & Events ESG

Skillcast Giving Back | Skillcast

5 minute read

We're proud of our Corporate Social Responsibility projects from providing free courses and donating to charity to lessening our impact on the environment.

Learning Strategy

70-20-10 Model | Fostering a Learning Culture at Work |...

5 minute read

Discover how the 70-20-10 learning model can drive workplace growth. Learn strategies to balance formal, social, and experiential learning effectively.

Learning Strategy

A Guide to Instructional Design Best Practices | Skillcast

5 minute read

Create impactful e-learning with instructional design best practices. Discover strategies to boost learner engagement, retention, and business alignment.

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

8 Tips for your Gifts and Hospitality Policy | Skillcast

3 minute read

Giving and receiving gifts and hospitality is helps build business relationships. But you need a clear corporate policy to avoid bribery or corruption.

Compliance News

Compliance News | December 2024 | Skillcast

12 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes McKinsey's bribery fine, Goldman's sex discrimination case, Adidas' tax raid, Shein's isotopic testing, and more.

Product News & Events Gamification

Analysing Gamified Learning Results | Skillcast

4 minute read

Our Christmas Challenge shows how to engage employees on serious topics with gamification whilst collecting data to improve workplace compliance.

Learning Strategy

How to Encourage Lateral Thinking in E-Learning | Skillcast

5 minute read

Discover practical techniques to encourage lateral thinking in e-learning. Strategies to boost creativity, critical thinking and engagement in your training.

Compliance Strategy Learning Strategy

Managing Seasonal Holidays in a Small Business | Skillcast

4 minute read

Holidays are important for employee well-being and productivity, but managing them in a small business can be tricky. We have some simple tips to help.

Competition Law

The Biggest Competition Law Fines | Annual Report |...

14 minute read

Explore the biggest competition law fines for each year with our comprehensive report. Updated each year with the most recent competition offences data.

Equality and Diversity

Handling Protected Characteristics at Work | Skillcast

7 minute read

Learn everything you need to know about the nine protected characteristics in the workplace. We unpack these traits and how to improve workplace diversity.

Risk Management Compliance Strategy

Compliance Risks at Christmas | Skillcast

6 minute read

While there are compliance risks all year round, some become more prominent during the festive season. Find out what they are and how to tackle them.

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

The Biggest Bribery Fines | Annual Report | Skillcast

13 minute read

Explore the biggest bribery fines of each year from 2020 onwards with our comprehensive report. Updated each year with the most recent bribery offences data.

Health and Safety

Christmas Fire Safety in the Workplace | Skillcast

3 minute read

We have 8 tips to help you prioritise retail staff & customer safety at Christmas by ensuring you follow fire safety rules.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

MLRO Responsibilities and Reporting Essentials | Skillcast

8 minute read

Learn everything you need to know about the role and responsibilities of a Money Laundering Reporting (MLRO) Officer with our comprehensive guide.

Equality and Diversity

How to Stop Workplace Harassment | Skillcast

5 minute read

Workplace harassment takes many forms. We have practical tips for both employers and employees to help end harassment at work.

Information Security

The 10 Worst Cyber Crimes Analysed | Skillcast

8 minute read

Cyber crimes cost the UK government £27 billion each year and are likely to keep rising. We examine the consequences of the biggest-ever cyberattacks.

Compliance News

Compliance News | November 2024 | Skillcast

11 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes Metro Bank's AML fine, NatWest's WhatsApp ban, Attenborough's AI voice clone, competition fines for Meta and Teva and more.

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

10 Compliance Tips for Corporate Christmas Gifts | Skillcast

3 minute read

Corporate gift-giving peaks at Christmas. It is tricky to know where bribery starts and goodwill ends. Here are some tips to keep you festive and legal.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

Cryptocurrency Money Laundering Risks and Regulations |...

6 minute read

Everything you need to know about the risks around cryptocurrency money laundering. Learn the 5MLD rules and how they impact businesses in the crypto space.

Information Security Financial Crime

Comprehensive Guide to Cybersecurity Compliance | Skillcast

5 minute read

Explore insights into cybersecurity compliance strategies for reducing risk, securing supply chains, safeguarding SMEs, and enhancing public sector protection.

Financial Crime

Christmas Fraud Prevention Tips | Skillcast

4 minute read

Major sales events drive shoppers to take more chances, creating an opportunity for criminals to exploit. We have some simple fraud prevention tips.

Information Security

How to Improve Cybersecurity Awareness and Training |...

6 minute read

Enhance your organisation's cybersecurity with practical training, policy guidelines, and awareness tactics. Learn how to build a secure digital culture.

Information Security Risk Management

Achieving DORA Compliance with Staff Training | Skillcast

5 minute read

DORA is a framework introduced to strengthen digital resilience across the EU's financial sector. With the deadline approaching, DORA compliance is vital.

Risk Management

Responsible AI Explained: Innovation & Accountability |...

6 minute read

Artificial intelligence (AI) is transforming industries worldwide. We explore the principles of responsible AI in the UK and key steps to use AI ethically.

Health and Safety

9 Tips for Managing Stress at Work | Skillcast

3 minute read

Workplace stress appears in every job role, seniority and industry. Whilst you cannot always avoid it, you can learn how to manage stress at work better.

FCA Compliance Risk Management

Understanding Conduct Risk | FCA Standards | Skillcast

3 minute read

Learn everything you need to know about conduct risk and the FCA's expectations. Find out how to stay compliant and avoid penalties.

Compliance News

Compliance News | October 2024 | Skillcast

8 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes TD Bank's record AML fine, the government's Employment Rights Bill, LinkedIn's data privacy violations and more.

FCA Compliance

The Seven Principles of Insurance Explained | Skillcast

5 minute read

Find out the importance of the seven principles of insurance and how they apply to your business - a breakdown of each principle and why they’re important.

Equality and Diversity

The Employment Rights Bill: Everything You Need to Know |...

4 minute read

The Labour Government's Employment Rights Bill aims to deliver the "biggest upgrade in employment rights for a generation". We unpack all the details.

Fraud

The Fraud Act 2006 | A Comprehensive Guide | Skillcast

6 minute read

With our guide, you can learn everything you need to know about the Fraud Act 2006, from what it covers to how to protect your business from fraud.

Bribery and Corruption

Managing an Anti-Bribery and Corruption Policy | Skillcast

5 minute read

Learn the steps required to implement and manage an anti-bribery and corruption policy, including what to look out for and how to stay compliant.

FCA Compliance

What is FCA COBS & How to Comply With These Rules |...

4 minute read

Discover what FCA COBS rules are, including COBS 4, and learn how to comply with these conduct rules set out in the FCA Handbook.

Modern Slavery

Conducting a Modern Slavery Audit | Skillcast

6 minute read

Large businesses in the UK need to conduct due diligence in their own company and supply chains to help stop modern slavery and human trafficking.

FCA Compliance

Consumer Duty Cross Cutting Rules Explained | Skillcast

4 minute read

Discover the FCA’s Consumer Duty cross-cutting rules, including acting in good faith, and how they ensure the protection of consumers.

AML and CTF

5 AML Checks You Should Know | Skillcast

5 minute read

Learn the importance of anti-money laundering checks with our guide and find out how our AML Training Course can help ensure regulatory compliance.

FCA Compliance

Everything You Need to Know About CONC Compliance |...

4 minute read

Discover what CONC compliance is, the FCA’s requirements for consumer credit firms, and how to align with the Consumer Credit Sourcebook to stay compliant.

FCA Compliance

How to Comply with CASS Rules: A Guide for UK Businesses |...

5 minute read

Learn how to comply with CASS rules, including CASS 6 and CASS 7, to protect client assets and stay FCA compliant with the CASS rulebook.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

New Compliance Leaders Dinner Debate | Skillcast

5 minute read

At Skillcast we believe that collaboration and communication are fundamental for compliance leaders, especially when they are new in their role.

AML and CTF

Whats is Money Laundering and How to Spot it | Skillcast

5 minute read

Money laundering is a serious crime – find out what it involves and the red flags, with guidance on anti-money laundering regulations and best practices.

FCA Compliance

Understanding CeMAP: Who Needs This Training? | Skillcast

4 minute read

To be a mortgage advisor, you need a Certificate in Mortgage Advice and Practice (CeMAP). Learn more about this training and who it affects in this Skillcast guide.

Bribery and Corruption

Understanding the UK Bribery Act | Skillcast

5 minute read

Want to understand the law around bribery? Read this Skillcast guide to see how the UK Bribery Act functions and what it could mean for your business.

Compliance News

Compliance News | September 2024 | Skillcast

14 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes FirstEnergy and Deere's bribery, Clearview AI's data fine, the fallout from the Slack hack, Nordic AML fines, SMCR woes, and more.

Compliance Strategy

6 Key Compliance Officer Skills | Skillcast

7 minute read

Protecting the ethical integrity of a company is the heart of being a compliance officer - but what are the key skills they need to succeed?

Fraud

Fraud Reporting: 5 Simple Steps | Fraud Prevention |...

6 minute read

Think you’ve spotted fraud? Whether it’s tax fraud, cybercrime or something else, here’s a Skillcast guide to help you confidentially report fraud to the authorities.

Financial Crime

How To Report Tax Evasion | Fiscal Evasion | Skillcast

4 minute read

Tax evasion is harmful to businesses and the UK economy. Learn how to spot tax evasion and report it confidentially in this guide by Skillcast.

Information Security GDPR

Navigating the Future of Data Protection | Skillcast

8 minute read

GDPR mandates strict compliance to ensure data protection and security. We explore the latest updates to this regulation and best practices.

Equality and Diversity

Inclusivity Ranked by Industry in the UK | Skillcast

5 minute read

Inclusivity is not just a legal requirement; it is good business. But how can we calculate inclusiveness and which industries rank best and worst?

Compliance Strategy

Why Businesses Need Compliance Managers | Skillcast

4 minute read

It may not be a legal requirement, but a compliance manager can help your business operate smoothly, avoid costly fines, and protect its reputation.

Compliance Strategy

Fines that Closed Small Businesses | Skillcast

11 minute read

Fines impact more on smaller businesses. We've examined FCA & ICO penalties that led to business liquidations to help you avoid making the same mistakes.

FCA Compliance

UK IFA Compliance Requirements | Skillcast

3 minute read

IFAs need to ensure they are up-to-date with the latest rules and regulations designed to protect consumers and ensure they provide fair and honest advice.

AML and CTF

Small Businesses & Money Laundering | Skillcast

4 minute read

Money launderers target small businesses because they are less likely to be scrutinised by law enforcement. We explain how to spot red flags.

Compliance Strategy

Guide to Compliance for Small Businesses | Skillcast

4 minute read

Regulations exist to protect businesses, their staff, property and, importantly, their customers. Find out which areas matter most for small businesses.

Compliance Strategy

Key Compliance Challenges for Accountants | Skillcast

7 minute read

It can be challenging for accounting firms to find the time and resources to keep up with all the latest regulatory compliance requirements.

Compliance Strategy

Key Compliance Risks for Charities | Skillcast

5 minute read

This is advice for charities, especially smaller ones, on facing time and resource challenges to keep up with the latest regulatory compliance requirements

Product News & Events

Preventing Financial Crime Seminar | Skillcast

17 minute read

We hosted our quarter three seminar at the Chartered Accountants' Hall at One Moorgate Place in London, focusing on the prevention of financial crime.

Information Security GDPR

Special Category Data GDPR Best Practices | Skillcast

3 minute read

Collecting sensitive personal data has become a necessity for businesses. We explain what special category data is and how to stay GDPR compliant.

Compliance Strategy

Top 10 Compliance Books | Skillcast

15 minute read

This is our pick of the best compliance books of all time. These compliance training books are packed with expert advice and invaluable insight.

FCA Compliance Compliance Strategy

How Charities Can Manage Vulnerable Customer Relationships...

4 minute read

Learn how charities can effectively manage relationships with vulnerable customers. Discover best practices and guidelines to ensure a compliant approach.

Risk Management

Understanding Credit and Compliance in Retail | Skillcast

4 minute read

Learn about credit risk in retail, retail compliance, and how to stay compliant with credit regulations. Discover best practices and strategies with Skillcast.

Compliance Strategy

Employment Law for Small Businesses | Skillcast

3 minute read

Small businesses rarely have the luxury of a legal manager. We've some tips on how to stay compliant and when to get professional advice.

Compliance Strategy

Small Business Tax Compliance | Skillcast

4 minute read

There are several things that small businesses can do to minimise their tax liability and ensure that they comply with all applicable laws and regulations.

Fraud Financial Crime

Bank Fraud & How to Prevent it | Skillcast

4 minute read

Learn about the key types of bank fraud and how to prevent them with effective strategies and training. Protect your financial institution with Skillcast.

Information Security GDPR

20 Biggest GDPR Fines 2018 - 2024 | Breaches of GDPR |...

19 minute read

The past few years have seen some massive GDPR fines handed out to firms. Here's a breakdown of the top penalties from 2018 to 2024.

Compliance Strategy

Banking Sector Compliance & Risk Management | Skillcast

4 minute read

Discover the key compliance and risk management challenges in the banking sector. Learn how to navigate these challenges with Skillcast.

Health and Safety

Health & Safety in Construction: Everything You Need Know |...

5 minute read

Learn essential health and safety practices in construction to ensure compliance and protect your workforce. Read more with Skillcast.

Compliance News

Compliance News | August 2024 | Skillcast

8 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes AIA's $2.9m AML fine, the new EU AI act taking effect, the first FCA fine issued to an audit company and more.

GDPR Compliance Strategy

GDPR Compliance for Construction Companies | Skillcast

4 minute read

Discover essential GDPR compliance tips for the construction industry. Learn how to protect your business and ensure GDPR compliance with comprehensive training.

Learning Strategy

How to Improve Employee Training Engagement | Skillcast

6 minute read

Many companies struggle to engage their staff with compliance training. Here's our top tips for improving employee engagement in compliance training.

Information Security GDPR

Customer Data Protection | Skillcast

4 minute read

Protecting customer data is always imperative but to retain subscribing customers it’s even more important to protect their data from cyberattacks - learn how.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

UK Real Estate Financial Laws | Skillcast

5 minute read

Financing in real estate can be tricky to navigate. Here are the real estate financial laws and regulations that are industry must-knows.

Business Skills

8 Steps to Authentic Leadership | Skillcast

3 minute read

Authentic leadership isn't as easy as it sounds. Authenticity requires leaders to be true to themselves, regardless of the situation. We have tips to help.

Fraud Financial Crime

How To Combat Fraud in the Construction Industry | Skillcast

3 minute read

Learn more about fraud in construction, how to identify it and how businesses can train their staff to avoid falling victim.

Risk Management Product News & Events

Key Company Policies & Procedures | Skillcast

6 minute read

Workplace policies are vital in ensuring employees know both the expectations of their employer and the rights and protections to which they are entitled.

Compliance Strategy

Enhanced Compliance Training & Innovation in Demand |...

2 minute read

Our recent survey of 120 compliance leaders shows a demand for innovative training solutions. We unpack the key insights and how to meet this demand.

Financial Crime Compliance Strategy

10 Steps to Know Your Customer | Skillcast

4 minute read

Know Your Customer is a vital weapon against financial crime. We uncover how to integrate KYC into your compliance programme and why it's important.

Information Security

Protecting Your SME From Phishing Attacks | Skillcast

4 minute read

Phishing attacks on SMEs are as big a threat as they are to larger businesses. Learn how to protect your SME and mitigate the threat of phishing scams.

FCA Compliance

FCA Consumer Duty Implementation Plan | Skillcast

6 minute read

Companies need to produce their first annual board report assessing implementation. We revise everything that an implementation plan should have.

Compliance News

Compliance News | July 2024 | Skillcast

7 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes HealthEquity's data breach, a $37m whistleblower payout, Citibank's punishment for longstanding issues, and more.

Modern Slavery

Top Modern Slavery Questions Answered | Skillcast

4 minute read

What is Modern Slavery? Whom does it affect? What legal obligations do businesses have in the UK? Find the answers to these questions and more.

Compliance Strategy

The Best Compliance True Stories | Skillcast

9 minute read

True compliance stories provide invaluable insight and highlight key issues. That's why we've compiled a list of the best compliance true stories.

FCA Compliance

20 Biggest FCA Fines of All Time | Skillcast

17 minute read

The FCA has been issuing fines since 2013, with some years busier than others. Here's a breakdown of the top 20 penalities to date.

Bribery and Corruption

Bribery in Construction & How to Prevent it | Skillcast

3 minute read

Bribery in construction is much more common than you might realise. Learn how to effectively identify, report and prevent misconduct with Skillcast.

FCA Compliance Product News & Events

How General Elections Impact the Financial Services Sector...

3 minute read

Discover how General Elections affect the UK financial services sector and learn how it may impact your business with Skillcast.

Business Skills Risk Management

7 Things to Consider When Whistleblowing | Skillcast

4 minute read

Whistleblowing is crucial to uncovering corporate misconduct. Understand the key factors to consider before blowing the whistle at work.

Compliance News

How General Elections Impact Your Business | Skillcast

3 minute read

With the General Election behind us, we outline a few proposals from the Labour Government and how your firm can navigate this political transition period.

Risk Management Compliance Strategy

10 Ways to Boost Compliance in Your Firm | Skillcast

3 minute read

Discover 10 simple ways to boost compliance in your firm and improve your reputation management.

FCA Compliance Compliance Strategy

Car Dealerships and Finance & Compliance Laws | Skillcast

4 minute read

Staying compliant with FCA and GDPR laws in the automotive industry is imperative for trust and success. Discover key compliance laws for car dealerships.

Competition Law

Creating Corporate Dawn Raid Guidelines | Skillcast

10 minute read

Historically a dawn raid involved boxes loaded into vans outside office blocks. Nowadays, they could be ringing your doorbell. Do you have a plan?

Health and Safety

Workplace Injuries Across the UK and How to Avoid Them |...

7 minute read

Where are businesses seeing the most workplace injuries in the UK? And how can businesses prevent them? Learn more with Skillcast.

Compliance News

Compliance News | June 2024 | Skillcast

13 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes Wells Fargo dismissals, Mondelēz competition fine, Chiquita's terrorism funding, Dior and Adidas investigations, and more.

Risk Management

10 Ways to Improve Risk Management at Work | Skillcast

4 minute read

You can't remove all risk, but you can work to contain and mitigate it. Use our 10 top tips to improve the culture of risk management in your company.

Equality and Diversity

Simple W3C Accessibility Checks | Skillcast

6 minute read

Making digital content accessible can be a daunting task. So we have a quick checklist to help you get started with accessibility checks.

Modern Slavery

Spotting Modern Slavery in Supply Chains | Skillcast

5 minute read

Many would say their business doesn't tolerate modern slavery. But if you deal with hundreds of suppliers, can you be sure about them too?

Health and Safety

8 Steps to Safer Lifting & Handling | Skillcast

3 minute read

Manual handling injuries are a third of all UK work-related illnesses (HSE & NHS). Our tips will help you avoid injury by using safe lifting techniques.

FCA Compliance Risk Management

Climate Risk Management & FCA Compliance | Skillcast

9 minute read

Climate risk management constantly undergoes regulatory change. So, how do compliance teams keep up and ensure they meet ethical expectations?

Compliance Strategy

Staying Compliant Using Generative AI | Skillcast

9 minute read

AI has been around for years, but it hasn't been generally accessible until now. Chat GPT and Gemini have propelled the use of AI into the mainstream.

Compliance Strategy

Achieving Compliance Success With RegTech | Skillcast

5 minute read

Understand RegTech use cases, how it improves efficiency and accuracy by automating mundane tasks, whilst providing greater insights for decision making.

Compliance News

Compliance News | May 2024 | Skillcast

16 minute read

This month's key compliance news includes TD Bank's fine, the City's excessive working hours culture, Citi's 'fat finger' fine, Christie's cyberattack, and more.

Information Security Risk Management

Data Protection Act 2018 | Act 2018 and Principles |...

16 minute read

Compliance can be tricky, so we put together this guide to break down the Data Protection Act (2018), its seven principles and what it means for you.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

AML Risk Mitigation Best Practices | Skillcast

19 minute read

The pursuit of AML risk mitigation is ongoing. In light of the recent Dear CEO letter, we outline best practices when designing and implementing AML programmes.

Product News & Events

Navigating Regulatory Challenges Seminar | Skillcast

14 minute read

We hosted our quarterly seminar at the Chartered Accountants' Hall at One Moorgate Place in London, focusing on navigating regulatory challenges.

Risk Management

Four Cornerstones of Operational Resilience | Skillcast

3 minute read

Operational resilience has become paramount for firms to navigate uncertainties and disruptions effectively. We examine the cornerstones to consider.

Health and Safety

10 Highest HSE Fines of All Time | Skillcast

12 minute read

Over the past few years, the UK has seen some substantial health and safety fines handed out by the HSE. Here is a list of the highest of these penalties.

Compliance News

Compliance News | April 2024 | Skillcast

12 minute read

This month’s key compliance news includes an apology from Binance's 'CZ', Taylor Swift ticket scam, Commerzbank's AML fine, and more.

FCA Compliance Compliance Strategy

Vulnerable Customer Policy | FCA Vulnerable Customers |...

10 minute read

Learn more about the FCA's definition of vulnerable customers, creating a vulnerable customer policy and its significance in business compliance.

Compliance Strategy

National Mininum Wage & Compliance | Skillcast

4 minute read

Businesses face the risk of risk a £20,000 fine if they don't follow the updated National Minimum Wage law. We have some tips on how to stay compliant.

Gamification Learning Strategy

Achieving Compliance Training Gamification Success |...

4 minute read

Our suggestions for simple ways to add gamification to your compliance training and improve employee engagement, feedback and performance.

Product News & Events

Skillcast Wins Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award in 2024...

4 minute read

Skillcast delivers award-winning products and customer service. Find out more about the industry awards we've received and our customer ratings.

Competition Law

What are Anti-Competitive Practices & How to Prevent Them |...

7 minute read

UK businesses in breach of competition law face fines of up to 10% of their turnover. We explain how to ensure you stay on the right side of the law.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Empowering Reporting Excellence for Commercial Express |...

3 minute read

When Commercial Express needed an FCA-focused provider that allowed for CPD tracking, they partnered with Skillcast to find an empowering solution.

Compliance News

Compliance News | March 2024 | Skillcast

13 minute read

This month’s key compliance news includes the Big Four's AI crackdown, Van's data breach, Duvel's cyberattack, Gregg's payment outage, and more.

Compliance Strategy Learning Strategy

Game-changing Training Solution for Dr Martens | Skillcast

3 minute read

When Dr Martens wanted a new approach to training that reflected their core values, they partnered with Skillcast to create a game-changing solution.

AML and CTF

HMRC Money Laundering Guidance | Skillcast

14 minute read

When money laundering is in the spotlight, everyone assumes a bank or a cash business is involved. But the FCA has highlighted a number of industries at risk.

FCA Compliance Product News & Events

Building a Compliance-driven Culture | Skillcast

4 minute read

Establishing a compliance-driven culture is vital for a firm's success. We examined the intricacies of building and maintaining this type of culture.

FCA Compliance

What are FCA Principles of Business? | Principle 11 |...

14 minute read

The FCA has 12 principles of business (or PRIN) that must be fulfilled by any regulated firm. Find out what they are and how to avoid enforcement action.

Information Security GDPR

7 Ways to Protect Health Data under GDPR | Skillcast

3 minute read

Health data security is a topic that frequently makes headlines due to the rising threat of cyberattacks targeting healthcare systems.

Information Security Financial Crime

10 Ways to Protect Staff From Identity Fraud | Skillcast

4 minute read

Stay one step ahead of the fraudsters by following our 10 top tips to ensure you don't fall victim to identity fraud.

Compliance News

Compliance News | February 2024 | Skillcast

9 minute read

This month’s key compliance news includes PlayDapp's $300m security exploit, Tradestation's $1.5m settlement, gender pay reporting failures, and more.

Compliance Strategy

6 Key Compliance Risks for Retailers | Skillcast

3 minute read

Retailers face a complex web of regulations as well as evolving consumer expectations. They risk both non-compliance fines and the impact of bad PR.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Skillcast at Learning Technologies 2024 | Skillcast

5 minute read

Skillcast will be attending Learning Technologies 2024 in London, Europe's leading showcase of organisational learning, on 17-18th April 2024.

Compliance Strategy Learning Strategy

Building Bite-sized Training for NORD/LB | Skillcast

2 minute read

When leading German bank NORD/LB wanted to ensure their training was engaging, relevant and enjoyable for learners, they turned to Skillcast for help.

GDPR

GDPR Age of Consent Isn't Child's Play | Skillcast

4 minute read

GDPR brought with it new rules to better protect personal data. Including guarding children against exploitation. So what is the age of consent?

Competition Law FCA Compliance

Understanding Market Abuse Regulation | Skillcast

10 minute read

One of the main policy focuses in FCA's Business Plan is to deliver assertive action on market abuse. But, what is market abuse, and how can you avoid it?

Health and Safety

What is ISO 45001 & Why is it Important? | Skillcast

4 minute read

ISO 45001 certification trumps many existing health and safety standards. Find out why it may be important to your firm.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Skillcast at the European Compliance & Ethics Institute |...

3 minute read

Skillcast is exhibiting at ECEI in Amsterdam on March 18 - 19th and hosting a SpeedNetworking session.

Compliance News

Compliance News | January 2024 | Skillcast

10 minute read

This month’s key compliance news includes the ICO's cookie compliance warning, Morgan Stanley's £249m fraud settlement, Credit Suisse's $3m fine, and more.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Innovative Solutions to Learning Challenges | Skillcast

4 minute read

Technology is evolving at an ever-increasing pace. We examine if e-learning is keeping up and explore innovative solutions to learning challenges.

Modern Slavery

How to Write a Modern Slavery Statement | Skillcast

2 minute read

Large companies in the UK must publish a modern slavery and human trafficking statement. Our step-by-step guide will help you write yours in minutes!

GDPR

How to Ensure Website Cookie Compliance | Skillcast

4 minute read

Website cookies do more than stop GDPR fines. They create a better user experience and build trust. But they must be both effective and compliant.

Compliance Strategy

What is Compliance Monitoring & Why is it Important? |...

5 minute read

Learn what compliance monitoring means and why it's important for your firm to have a compliance monitoring plan.

Compliance News

Compliance News | 2023 Highlights | Skillcast

14 minute read

We've examined the top 10 compliance news stories in 2023, from major data breaches and discrimination awards to billion-dollar fines.

Compliance Strategy

Top 10 Compliance Movies of All Time | Skillcast

13 minute read

Many consider compliance a dry subject. But not according to Hollywood, who have used it to dramatic effect in some award-winning films.

FCA Compliance Financial Crime

The Biggest Financial Crime Fines | Skillcast

9 minute read

Monetary fines are a common punishment for financial crime. From bribery to money laundering, we examine the biggest financial crime cases and fines.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

What is the Sanctions & Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018? |...

8 minute read

The Sanctions and Anti-Money Laundering Act 2018 allows the UK to apply sanctions and restrictions. We examine the Act and why it matters for your firm.

Health and Safety

6 Ways to Prevent Noise-induced Hearing Loss at Work |...

4 minute read

Are you exposed to loud noise on a day-to-day basis? Read this blog and follow our top tips on how to prevent noise-induced hearing loss at work.

FCA Compliance Fraud

FCA Business Plan 2023: Financial Crime & Fraud | Skillcast

4 minute read

Financial institutions continuously face challenges in tackling financial crime and in protecting their customers and the industry's integrity.

GDPR

Keeping Employee Monitoring Compliant | Skillcast

4 minute read

Employers monitoring their staff should carefully consider the UK ICO's guidance to ensure they comply with data protection law.

FCA Compliance SMCR

Conducting Fit & Proper Person Tests | Skillcast

5 minute read

What does the FCA expect when you assess a person’s fitness and propriety to perform their role? We discuss the three key pillars of Fit & Proper tests.

Learning Strategy

5 Ways to Train Reluctant Employees | Skillcast

4 minute read

Motivating employees to undertake training can sometimes be a challenge. So how do you go about selling digital training to reluctant employees?

Compliance Strategy

Top 4 Warning Signs of Non-compliance | Skillcast

4 minute read

Compliance failures can manifest through unintentional or deliberate acts. We highlight the warning signs to help you spot and stop non-compliance.

Health and Safety

Small Business Health & Safety Risks | Skillcast

7 minute read

Small businesses face many of the same health and safety risks as larger businesses, but they have fewer resources available to manage these risks.

Product News & Events Gamification

Skillcast at World of Learning 2023 | Skillcast

2 minute read

Skillcast exhibited at World of Learning and hosted a seminar presenting a success story in collaboration with Dr. Martens.

Financial Crime

What is the Economic Crime & Corporate Transparency Bill? |...

6 minute read

Understand the aims of the Economic Crime and Corporate Transparency Bill 2022 and the key changes it may make to existing legislation.

Health and Safety

8 Tips for Fire Safety in the Workplace | Skillcast

4 minute read

Businesses failing to follow fire safety regulations, risk not only the safety of their premises and employees but also a fine and up to 2 years in prison.

Compliance Strategy Learning Strategy

Push vs Pull Learning for Staff Compliance | Skillcast

5 minute read

We compare push and pull learning to find the most effective approach for your staff compliance training programme.

Compliance Strategy

Food & Hospitality Compliance Priorities | Skillcast

7 minute read

In food and hospitality, compliance flavours every aspect, from food hygiene to looking after employees and customers. We look at the essential elements.

GDPR

GDPR for Small Businesses | Skillcast

4 minute read

GDPR fines for small businesses can run into millions. But by following a few simple tips, you can master this complex regulation.

FCA Compliance Product News & Events

FCA Business Plan 2023: Data-led Regulations | Skillcast

4 minute read

As financial markets evolve, regulators increasingly rely on data-driven approaches to ensure market integrity, consumer protection and innovation.

Risk Management Product News & Events

Skillcast at #RISK London 2023 | Skillcast

4 minute read

Skillcast exhibited at #RISK in London, Europe's leading risk-focused conference and exhibition, on the 18th and 19th of October, 2023.

Learning Strategy

How to Beat the Forgetting Curve with Spaced Learning |...

5 minute read

It's no secret that we want to retain the information we learn for as long as possible. We examine how spaced learning can help beat the forgetting curve.

Compliance Strategy

Sport's Key Compliance Risks | Skillcast

7 minute read

To operate successfully and sustainably in the sports industry, clubs and associations need to meet a variety of compliance requirements. We unpack these.

Equality and Diversity

9 Ways to Avoid an Unfair Dismissal Claim | Skillcast

5 minute read

With the UK's high risk of recession, redundancies loom. Each redundancy brings the chance of an unfair dismissal claim. Learn how to avoid these.

Business Skills

12 Best Practices for Productive Meetings | Skillcast

3 minute read

Workers may be wasting 13 days a year in meetings. Follow our best practice tips to make sure that your meetings are more productive.

Information Security

8 Email Phishing Prevention Tips | Skillcast

4 minute read

Workplace malware protection tools may not always succeed. That's why it is important to try and avoid the risks by following a few simple guidelines.

Information Security GDPR

8 GDPR Data Sharing Compliance Tips | Skillcast

3 minute read

Sharing of personal data by organisations within the EU is subject to the GDPR. We have 8 tips to help you stay compliant when sharing data.

Risk Management

How to Mitigate Operational Risk with Staff Engagement |...

6 minute read

Engaging employees in risk learning is a challenge. However, risk awareness is vital. Discover how to simultaneously engage your staff and reduce risk.

FCA Compliance

Consumer Duty Questions Answered | Skillcast

7 minute read

The FCA's new Consumer Duty raises the bar for firms it regulates. Find out what this duty entails and how to meet FCA expectations.

Information Security GDPR

GDPR Data Subject Access Requests | Skillcast

6 minute read

Under GDPR, the way a data subject access request (DSAR) is dealt with has changed. But how can you manage them effectively while remaining compliant?

FCA Compliance Compliance News

Understanding the Financial Services & Markets Act 2023 |...

4 minute read

The government’s new Financial Services and Markets Act 2023 introduces game-changing legislation that promises to reshape the way businesses operate.

FCA Compliance Product News & Events

FCA Business Plan 2023: Shaping Digital Markets | Skillcast

4 minute read

The digital landscape is constantly evolving. We examined how FCA-regulated firms can stay compliant and gain a competitive advantage.

Compliance Strategy

Managing Compliance in the Public Sector | Skillcast

10 minute read

Public sector bodies are often in the news for high-profile compliance breaches. Ironically, most could be avoided by following the Government's own advice

Competition Law

How to Avoid IP Rights Infringements | Skillcast

3 minute read

Intellectual property rights are often one of a business's most valuable assets, meaning that protecting them is vital to competitive success.

Compliance Strategy

Managing Compliance in Recruitment | Skillcast

8 minute read

Those in recruitment often find themselves at the front lines regarding corporate compliance, faced with many competing regulatory obligations.

Compliance Strategy

Creating a Social Media Policy | Skillcast

3 minute read

As companies exploit the social media networks of their staff, risks increase and a social media policy becomes essential.

Compliance Strategy

Top 10 Compliance TV Programmes | Skillcast

8 minute read

While compliance may not be the first thing on your mind when switching off for the holidays, it's at the hub of several award-winning TV programmes.

FCA Compliance Product News & Events

FCA Business Plan 2023: Promotions, Crypto & AML | Skillcast

4 minute read

The FCA's increased scrutiny of digital assets regulations is a hot topic in the financial sector, discussed in our webinar.

FCA Compliance Risk Management

Understanding FCA Operational Resilience | Skillcast

12 minute read

Those regulated by the FCA are expected to have identified vulnerabilities in their operational resilience. But where do you start?

Compliance Strategy

5 Key Construction Compliance Priorities | Skillcast

9 minute read

Compliance in construction is not all about health and safety. The structure and practices in the industry bring heightened risks in other areas.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Empowering Learners at Tesco | Skillcast

2 minute read

The transformative journey at Tesco provides valuable insights for organizations seeking to enhance learning and drive compliance effectively.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Improving Induction & Compliance Training Efficiency |...

2 minute read

When MS ABS needed to improve the quality, speed and cost-effectiveness of their induction and refresher training, they chose to partner with Skillcast.

Compliance Strategy

Creating a Code of Conduct Culture | Skillcast

7 minute read

A Code of Conduct is an essential part of compliance best practice. But, what exactly does this entail and are you obliged to read and sign it?

Business Skills

How to Improve your Emotional Intelligence | Skillcast

4 minute read

By improving your emotional intelligence, you can better control how you and those around you react to stressful situations.

Health and Safety

8 Driving at Work Safety Tips | Skillcast

3 minute read

Does your job require you to drive a vehicle a lot? Find out how you can improve safety when driving for work.

FCA Compliance SMCR

Preventing Harm & the SMCR | Skillcast

7 minute read

The financial services sector has an opportunity to show society we've changed substantially post the global financial crisis of 2008. Don't waste it.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Reducing the Policy Burden for BFML | Skillcast

2 minute read

When BFML needed to reduce the burden of distributing hundreds of key documents to its staff, it chose Skillcast's Policy Hub as a solution.

FCA Compliance

Understanding the FCA Code of Conduct | Skillcast

7 minute read

Regulators expect employees in all financial firms to comply with the FCA Code of Conduct. Failure to do so results in fines. Is your firm compliant?

Equality and Diversity Business Skills

10 Steps to Conducting a Successful Interview | Skillcast

2 minute read

Interviews are an important part of recruitment, supplier selection and gauging opinions. Here are ten steps to conducting a successful interview.

Equality and Diversity

14 Tips for Transgender Inclusion in the Workplace |...

5 minute read

Ensuring you have a gender identity-inclusive workplace is more important than ever. We've got some tips to help you get started.

FCA Compliance Financial Crime

10 Ways to Prevent Insider Trading | Skillcast

4 minute read

The FCA is concerned insider trading risks are increasing as remote working becomes a norm. We have 10 tips to protect your firm from the consequences.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Future-Proofing Tesco: Workforce Skills Transformation |...

2 minute read

Following a capability review, Tesco chose Skillcast to help deliver training to adapt, upskill, and reskill its workforce to face future challenges.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Delivering a New Talent Strategy for Kentro Capital |...

3 minute read

When Kentro needed a platform and tools to help implement their new talent strategy, they chose Skillcast for advice and support.

Compliance Strategy Learning Strategy

Using Behavioural Economics in Compliance | Skillcast

5 minute read

Behavioural economics can help organisations achieve their compliance goals. We explore how to leverage behavioural economics in compliance.

Information Security Financial Crime

8 Tips for Protecting Cardholder Data | Skillcast

3 minute read

Cardholder fraud creates a compliance headache. We have some tips on how your business should deal with cardholder data to mitigate the risks.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Using Confidence Levels to Identify Training Needs |...

2 minute read

When one of the UK's leading independently owned investment management firms needed a better Data Protection training strategy, they turned to Skillcast.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Adaptive Learning for PUMA | Skillcast

2 minute read

When PUMA wanted to create an on-brand adaptive e-learning course that reflected employee diversity, they turned to Skillcast.

FCA Compliance Product News & Events

Streamlining SMCR for Kentro Capital | Skillcast

2 minute read

When Kentro wanted to find a way to improve the efficiency of their SMCR compliance processes, they turned to Skillcast for advice and support.

Business Skills

What is Corporate Culture? | Skillcast

7 minute read

A properly developed corporate culture is critical to business success. So, it's important to understand how to create this type of culture.

Compliance News

Compliance News | 2022 Highlights | Skillcast

10 minute read

We've examined the top 10 compliance news stories in 2022, from major data breaches and discrimination awards to billion-dollar fines.

FCA Compliance Financial Crime

Understanding Proliferation Financing Obligations |...

9 minute read

Proliferation financing is a financial crime which is heavily fined. That's why it's important not to miss a beat with new regulations.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

8 Tips for Your MLRO Report | Skillcast

7 minute read

When created effectively, an MLRO report protects your business from AML and CTF risks. We outline some pointers to keep in mind.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

How to Counter Terrorist Financing | Skillcast

6 minute read

Whether driven by political, religious or personal ideology, terrorists have one thing in common – the need to finance their attacks. We take a deeper look

Financial Crime Product News & Events

Skillcast at Anti-Financial Crime Summit 2022 | Skillcast

2 minute read

Skillcast will be at the Anti-Financial Crime Summit in London, in discussion with Industry Leaders on Battling Financial Crime, on the 6th and 7th of December 2022.

Risk Management

5 Steps to Build a Strong Risk Culture at Work | Skillcast

6 minute read

Too little risk and a firm stagnates, while too much risk could destroy it. We explore why creating a strong risk culture at work is critical to success.

Compliance Strategy

Enforcing Individual Accountability for Corporate Crime |...

6 minute read

The US DOJ announced five key factors to tackle corporate crime. Individual accountability is the top priority. We explore how this differs from the UK.

ESG

How to Avoid Greenwashing & Its Consequences | Skillcast

6 minute read

Greenwashing damages consumer confidence and tarnishes a firm's reputation. With regulators clamping down, we examine how to avoid it.

Business Skills Product News & Events

What is ISO 9001 & Why is it Important? | Skillcast

4 minute read

Skillcast is committed to quality & our customers. That's why we value ISO 9001 certification, which we have maintained consistently since 2002.

Compliance Strategy

Managing a Hybrid Working Policy | Skillcast

7 minute read

Navigating the hybrid working landscape is easier said than done. We examine the best approach to managing a hybrid working policy.

Compliance Strategy

Understanding the US Corporate Compliance Review | Skillcast

6 minute read

The US Department of Justice has announced several new compliance policies. We examine the changes and how they relate to UK compliance.

Compliance Strategy

6 Benefits of Digital Transformation | Skillcast

6 minute read

Digital transformation drives development. We look at why your firm should consider digitally transforming its compliance.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Compliance Register Best Practices | Skillcast

5 minute read

You may have been using compliance registers at work without even realising it. But they are vital in documenting breaches and mitigating fines.

FCA Compliance SMCR

What is SMCR Duty of Responsibility? | Skillcast

4 minute read

Sharon Williams examines how Senior Managers can protect themselves from enforcement action arising from the SMCR Duty of Responsibility.

Equality and Diversity

EDI Data Management in the Workplace | Skillcast

5 minute read

Measuring and collecting EDI data while ensuring this highly-sensitive information is secure can be a delicate balancing act. Find out how to get it right.

GDPR Compliance News

3 Reasons to Avoid BeReal at Work | Skillcast

3 minute read

Employees could face disciplinary action and dismissal for using BeReal at work. We examine why this app should be muted in the workplace.

FCA Compliance Product News & Events

Digitising SMCR Compliance | Skillcast

3 minute read

SMCR compliance consumes valuable management time and yet may still leave you exposed to breach risks. But there is a proven effective digital solution.

Equality and Diversity

How Better DEI Reduces Risk | Skillcast

5 minute read

Companies who only pay DEI lip service miss out on the wider rewards a diverse and inclusive workforce brings such as improved risk management.

Equality and Diversity

Web Accessibility Questions Answered | Skillcast

7 minute read

Many don't know where to start with web accessibility, and others need a helping hand with resources. Here we answer the most frequently asked questions.

FCA Compliance

5 Steps to Prevent WhatsApp Compliance Fines | Skillcast

4 minute read

Firms have come under fire for using unapproved electronic channels like WhatsApp, Signal and Telegram. Learn how to stay on the right side of the regulator with business communication.

Compliance Strategy

How to be an Effective Chief Compliance Officer | Skillcast

5 minute read

Chief Compliance Officers have the responsibility of promoting the ethical conduct of a company. This task involves overcoming some key challenges.

GDPR

DPDI Bill Vs UK GDPR | Skillcast

4 minute read

The government introduced the DPDI Bill to replace the UK GDPR post-Brexit. What does this mean? Whom does it affect? We unpack all you need to know.

Information Security

10 Tips to Improve Data Security | Skillcast

3 minute read

Over 4.5 billion data records have been breached this year, with human error being the leading cause of breached records.

Learning Strategy

Learning Influencers to Follow in 2022 | Skillcast

18 minute read

Not all influencers are created equal. Here's our pick of the best thought leaders in learning theory, practice & implementation for 2022.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

How Skillcast Helped Tesco Feed the Nation | Skillcast

2 minute read

When Tesco needed to find a way to onboard over 45,000 temporary staff, Skillcast helped produce a bespoke, streamlined online induction solution.

GDPR

GDPR Compliance: People Versus Processes | Skillcast

4 minute read

With the recent commemoration of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Martyn Oughton examines the people versus process equation in GDPR compliance.

FCA Compliance

FCA Business Plan Roundtable Insights | Skillcast

4 minute read

Skillcast's breakfast roundtables bring together compliance professionals, industry insiders and ex-regulators together to discuss key FCA-related issues.

Product News & Events

Investing in Digital Compliance Transformation | Skillcast

4 minute read

Skillcast is helping companies with content and technology to streamline their compliance workflows, cut costs and reduce the risk of regulatory breaches.

Health and Safety

5 Ways to Improve Health and Safety Practices | Skillcast

2 minute read

Make workplace health and safety a top priority. We have 5 tips to get you started.

Health and Safety Equality and Diversity

How to Tackle Workplace Violence | Skillcast

4 minute read

Workplace violence can be an everyday reality in some professions. We have some tips to spot the red flags, reduce risk and deal with it when it flares up.

Health and Safety

How to use RegTech for RIDDOR | Skillcast

4 minute read

Covid has put RIDDOR in the spotlight. Piles of paperwork can make compliance with this regulatory obligation a chore. This is where RegTech steps in.

Learning Strategy

Understanding Blended Learning & its Benefits | Skillcast

4 minute read

How can businesses ensure employees are more engaged in their training? The answer is a blended approach of e-learning, face-to-face sessions and mentoring

Learning Strategy

Custom E-learning Course Development | Skillcast

3 minute read

Basic mistakes at the planning stage in creating custom e-learning can cost you dearly. But these can be avoided by following some simple best practices.

Risk Management Compliance Strategy

Setting up a Workplace Whistleblowing Policy | Skillcast

5 minute read

Employers can create an open environment where workers feel able to speak up on malpractices through an established whistleblowing policy.

Financial Crime

Preventing Financial Sanctions Penalties | Skillcast

6 minute read

We examine the true cost of breaching financial sanctions. The highest-profile fines and settlements and tips on how your company can stay compliant.

FCA Compliance SMCR

How to Stop SMCR Training Demotivating Staff | Skillcast

4 minute read

SMCR training can damage staff motivation. We have some practical tips on how to prevent this from happening to your firm.

FCA Compliance SMCR

SMCR Scenario Tests

9 minute read

By using practical examples that reflect real-world FCA dilemmas you can ensure that staff know how to apply what they have learned in training.

Compliance Strategy

Creating a Defensible Compliance Process | Skillcast

4 minute read

Creating a defensible compliance process is not only good for risk management, it provides organizations with mitigation should unforeseen breaches occur.

Information Security

Data Security when Travelling | Skillcast

3 minute read

Many keep working when travelling on public transport, but what are the risks? We have some tips to keep your data secure even while you are on the move.

Compliance News

Compliance News | 2021 Highlights | Skillcast

10 minute read

We've examined the top 10 compliance news stories in 2021, from major data breaches and discrimination awards to billion-dollar fines.

Compliance Strategy

What is Agile Compliance? | Skillcast Blog

5 minute read

In business, change is inevitable. The compliance landscape is also constantly evolving. Agile compliance ensures businesses move with these changes.

Product News & Events

Skillcast Group plc AIM Listing on London Stock Exchange |...

8 minute read

The AIM listing of Skillcast on the LSE ushers in a new chapter in our 20-year history. The founders reflect on their journey and the road ahead.

FCA Compliance SMCR

Aligning with SMCR Compliance | Skillcast

5 minute read

By understanding the aims of the FCA that underpin the SMCR, you can better meet its expectations. But what are these aims?

Financial Crime AML and CTF

EU AML Regulation Changes | Skillcast

11 minute read

Until recently EU AMLDs were like London buses, none for ages then several in quick succession. It seems those days may be over...

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Transforming Compliance Summit | Skillcast

5 minute read

Recent events have driven changes in the way we work and live. Our panel of thought leaders explored how to harness these changes for compliance success.

Information Security GDPR

Appointing a Data Protection Officer | Skillcast

4 minute read

We explain how to decide if you need a DPO, what their responsibilities should be and the key priorities they should address.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Compliance Risk Swiss Cheese Model | Skillcast

5 minute read

Whilst many compliance procedures may appear faultless in principle, in the real world, most have holes in them. But how can you remedy that?

Compliance Strategy

Compliance Testing Best Practices | Skillcast

6 minute read

What are the best strategies for creating robust, high-quality compliance tests to assess your corporate compliance training programmes?

Health and Safety

Working Safely with Display Screen Equipment | Skillcast

3 minute read

Follow these top tips to make sure you are practising the correct safety techniques when using display screen equipment (DSE) for work.

Learning Strategy

How to Create E-learning Courses | Skillcast

6 minute read

A growing number of companies are considering self-authoring as an option for fulfilling their training needs. What are the benefits and risks?

FCA Compliance SMCR

SMCR & Non-financial Misconduct | Skillcast

5 minute read

Falling public confidence and damaging press have renewed the FCA's focus on conduct, including non-financial misconduct. So how can you stay compliant?

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Best Practices for Compliance Surveys | Skillcast

5 minute read

Compliance surveys are a great way to understand employee attitudes, beliefs and behaviours relating to key topics. But how and what should you survey?

FCA Compliance

Financial Services Social Media Compliance | Skillcast

3 minute read

Financial firms are increasingly using social media to communicate information and promote products. But, how can you do so and stay compliant?

SMCR

SMCR Training Roadmap | Skillcast

5 minute read

SMCR compliance training is a complex journey. That's why to ensure that your learners reach their destination, you will need a reliable roadmap.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

6AMLD the Five Key Changes | Skillcast

5 minute read

The ink was barely dry on 5MLD as the EU announced a sixth directive (6AMLD/6MLD) was around the corner. So, here's a quick guide to the five key changes.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Managing Declarations of Compliance | Skillcast

4 minute read

Ever been bombarded with forms starting a new role? We’ve all been there. Welcome to the world of compliance declarations! But RegTech is here to help.

Health and Safety Risk Management

Return to Work Training, Assessment & Checklist | Skillcast

7 minute read

To support companies as employees return to work in the wake of Covid-19, we have developed a free training module, employee assessment and checklist.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Delivering Multi-tenanted LMS for an International Bank |...

2 minute read

When a major Italian banking group needed to roll out training across 24 entities and 165,000 staff they chose Skillcast as their trusted partner.

FCA Compliance SMCR

Simple 3-Step SMCR Training Model | Skillcast

4 minute read

Whether you are new to SMCR or reviewing existing processes, our 3-step training model will help you ensure your corporate SMCR training is on track.

Information Security GDPR

What is the GDPR Right to be Forgotten? | Skillcast

3 minute read

The right to be forgotten is a part of GDPR law that can be tricky to comply with. How do companies fulfil this requirement? Read on to find out.

FCA Compliance Financial Crime

What is the UK Criminal Finances Act? | Skillcast

3 minute read

The Criminal Finances Act 2017 targets corruption, money laundering and tax evasion. How does this legislation affect UK organisations?

Compliance Strategy

Remote-worker Monitoring YouGov Survey | Skillcast

5 minute read

Our most recent YouGov survey makes some stark reading. Over half of the British workforce would refuse to work for an employer that used remote monitoring

FCA Compliance

RegTech ROI for Financial Services | Skillcast

5 minute read

RegTech is attracting increasing interest and investment from compliance professionals at FS firms. How will this emerging technology benefit you?

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

Corporate Policy Management Best Practices | Skillcast

4 minute read

The volume of regulatory documents driving compliance is ever-increasing. It's made managing corporate policies a burden. But RegTech solutions can help.

Information Security GDPR

Legal Basis for Data Processing under GDPR | Skillcast

4 minute read

There are 6 legal bases for processing as set out in Article 6 of the GDPR. At least one of these must apply whenever you process personal data.

Learning Strategy

Pros & Cons of Custom eLearning Solutions | Skillcast

4 minute read

Have you considered custom eLearning content for your compliance training needs? We provide the pros and cons and suggest other solutions.

Information Security GDPR

How to Boost Workplace Password Security | Skillcast

4 minute read

With both data breaches and fines on the rise, workplace password security has become more critical than ever. We've got some practical tips to help.

FCA Compliance Financial Crime

Financial Services, Fraud & Remote Working | Skillcast

4 minute read

With remote working becoming the new normal, companies in financial services are at increased risk of fraud. Do you have the necessary controls in place?

Business Skills Learning Strategy

How to Improve your Training Presentation Skills | Skillcast

4 minute read

Improve your presentation skills at work by reading our top tips on how to deliver a winning presentation.

FCA Compliance

Best Practices in Financial Services Compliance Training |...

5 minute read

The pandemic meant that over 8 in 10 financial services staff worked from home. But the FCA has warned that even so, compliance standards must not drop.

Compliance News

Compliance News | 2020 Highlights | Skillcast

12 minute read

We've examined the top 10 compliance news stories in 2020, from major data breaches and discrimination awards to billion-dollar fines.

Compliance Strategy

Remote-working Compliance YouGov Survey | Skillcast

5 minute read

Discover the key results of our Remote-working Compliance Survey conducted by YouGov assessing decision-maker issues, attitudes and perceptions in the UK.

Product News & Events Compliance Strategy

What to Look for in a Compliance Training LMS | Skillcast

4 minute read

Find out which Learning Management System (LMS) features are essential and which are a luxury for workplace compliance training.

GDPR

What Factors Influence GDPR Financial Penalties? | Skillcast

2 minute read

Understand the factors affecting the scale of financial penalties for breaches of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

FCA Compliance SMCR

SMCR for Insurance Firms Key Questions Answered | Skillcast

6 minute read

We answer 17 FAQs about how the extension of SM&CR to insurers will impact on almost every employee an insurance firm.

Compliance Strategy

Can Maslow Explain our Reaction to Hybrid Working? |...

6 minute read

By combining Maslow's hierarchy with our YouGov survey results, we help to explain why specific demographics respond differently to hybrid working.

FCA Compliance SMCR

SMCR for Solo-Regulated Firms Key Questions Answered |...

7 minute read

The extension of SMCR to solo-regulated financial firms affected 50,000 companies. We answer the 17 most frequently asked questions.

Learning Strategy

How Corporate Learning is Adapting to the New Normal |...

5 minute read

We interviewed training specialists at key organisations to understand how Covid-19 affected corporate learning & how they were adapting to the new normal.

Information Security GDPR

10 Tips for Marketing GDPR Compliance | Skillcast

4 minute read

GDPR applies to all marketing that uses personal data. We have some tips on how to stay compliant, avoid the hefty fines and prevent PR disasters.

Compliance Strategy

Return to Work Insights Survey Key Findings | Skillcast

4 minute read

Key results from our Insights Survey conducted by YouGov assessing UK issues, attitudes and perceptions to returning to office work after the pandemic.

Product News & Events Gamification

Gamified Assessment of Knowledge Retention | Skillcast

5 minute read

Barclays wanted to assess employee knowledge retention from e-learning. They needed a highly engaging solution and chose Skillcast gamified learning.

Health and Safety Business Skills

12 Tips for Working Remotely | Skillcast

5 minute read

Companies that have a culture of remote working find it easier to transition people into working at home. Skillcast is one of them - here are our tips!

GDPR

GDPR & Safeguarding Vulnerable Adults | Skillcast

3 minute read

Effective management of vulnerable customer data is a necessity, not just for compliance, but for good business practice and ethical social responsibility.

Compliance Strategy

Compliance Personas - How to Train, Reward & Sanction |...

4 minute read

Understand how to identify the 3 key compliance personas and how to train, reward and sanction each to ensure compliance success.

Product News & Events Gamification

How Gamified Learning Replaced F2F Assessments | Skillcast

7 minute read

French bank Société Générale needed an objective and engaging alternative to their face-to-face knowledge assessments. Their solution was a Skillcast game.

Compliance Strategy

UK Corporate Compliance Trends 2020 | Skillcast

6 minute read

UK Corporate Compliance Trends Survey 2020 explores data protection failures, social media misuse & compliance breaches witnessed by employees at UK firms.

Financial Crime

10 Ways to Prevent Invoice Fraud | Skillcast

2 minute read

Invoice fraud checklist - 10 ways to quickly and easily reduce the risk of invoice fraud across your organisation.

Gamification Learning Strategy

Using Gaming Design Ideas to Enhance E-learning | Skillcast

3 minute read

Read this blog post and find out how you can take inspiration from gaming design to make for better elearning

Risk Management Compliance News

Getting Business Compliance Ready Again | Skillcast

5 minute read

Many aspects of compliance took a back-seat as both regulators & businesses focused on responding to the crisis. With restrictions, easing what next?

Compliance Strategy

Working from Home Survey Key Findings | Skillcast

5 minute read

Discover the key results of our Working from Home Insights Survey conducted by YouGov assessing issues, attitudes and perceptions in the UK to homeworking.

Compliance Strategy

Homeworkers Putting Corporate Data at Risk | Skillcast

3 minute read

British employees are failing to take even basic measures to ensure data security working from home during the pandemic according to our YouGov survey.

Compliance Strategy

How Employers Can Boost Homeworking Productivity | Skillcast

4 minute read

Half of Britain's employees haven't got the resources needed to work from home safely & productively according to the Skillcast WFH Insights YouGov survey.

Compliance Strategy

Employees Want to Keep Working from Home | Skillcast

3 minute read

68% of employees want to keep working from home compared to 44% who can't wait to go back to the office according to our YouGov survey.

Compliance Strategy

Millennials Face More Challenges Working from Home |...

4 minute read

The Skillcast WFH Insights Survey conducted by YouGov found most UK employees are facing challenges working from home, but older workers are coping better.

Compliance Strategy

Homeworkers are at Risk of Burnout | Skillcast

3 minute read

The HSE says that short, frequent breaks are better than less frequent longer ones. But our YouGov survey found that homeworkers are not taking them.

Compliance Strategy

Homeworking Benefits UK Employers & Employees | Skillcast

4 minute read

The Skillcast WFH Insights Survey conducted by YouGov found that half of UK employees lack the resources needed to work from home safely and effectively.

Compliance Strategy

British Employers Failing to Provide Working at Home...

4 minute read

Skillcast WFH Insights Survey conducted by YouGov found half of British employees don't have all of the resources to work from home safely and effectively.

Compliance Strategy

Ups & Downs of Working from Home | Skillcast

3 minute read

Skillcast WFH Insights Survey conducted by YouGov found half of British employees haven't got all of the resources to work from home safely and effectively

Compliance Strategy

79% of Employees are New to Working from Home | Skillcast

3 minute read

The Skillcast WFH Insights Survey conducted by YouGov found that 4 out of 5 UK employees working from home are new to this working style.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Instructional Design | Workplace Learning | Skillcast

6 minute read

Instructor-led e-learning (ILE) integrates in-person training with intelligent learning elements to personalise staff training and gather insightful data.

Compliance Strategy

UK Corporate Compliance Surveys | Skillcast

5 minute read

Skillcast surveys via YouGov assess timely compliance issues, attitudes & perceptions within the UK corporate workplace. Read the results.

Health and Safety Risk Management

What Employers & Employees Can Learn from Covid-19 |...

5 minute read

We cut through the media noise about coronavirus Covid-19. We've examined the timeline and produced action points to help employers and employees alike.

Learning Strategy

What is Intelligent Learning? | Skillcast

5 minute read

Discover how Intelligent Learning can improve your corporate training. Get better results using personalisation, adaptation, gamification & analytics.

Business Skills Risk Management

12 Ways to Protect Your Online Reputation | Skillcast

5 minute read

A digital presence can bring significant benefits to your firm, but it also brings risks. We have 12 tips to protect your online reputation.

Business Skills Risk Management

Can Employers Overcome the Bystander Effect? | Skillcast

6 minute read

Bystander apathy may stop witnesses speaking out about crimes. We have some tips for how to overcome this effect and maintain regulatory compliance.

Health and Safety Product News & Events

Working from Home Compliance & Training Roadmap | Skillcast

5 minute read

Working from home can present specific compliance challenges. Our 3-step training roadmap will help you to get your employees & managers ready.

Business Skills

10 Tips for Handling Customer Complaints | Skillcast

3 minute read

UK businesses lose £37 billion a year because of poor customer service. Here are 10 tips for handling customer complaints to improve customer satisfaction.

Business Skills

7 Steps to Manage Organisational Change Effectively |...

2 minute read

Change is everywhere and there is no avoiding it. By following a few simple steps, you can manage organisational change more effectively.

Risk Management

Compliance Continuity Management (CCM) | Skillcast

11 minute read

How do you ensure legal and regulatory compliance during times of disruption? We asked our panel of experts for advice on what to do in a health crisis.

Information Security Risk Management

Data Protection Compliance in Times of Disruption |...

4 minute read

In times of disruption, GDPR compliance is more challenging than ever. To help we've identified the key priorities and what to do to maintain compliance.

FCA Compliance SMCR

How to Evidence your SMCR Competence | Skillcast

5 minute read

What is SMCR competence? We explain the FCA expectations, who should own certification and how to truly evidence your competence.

Learning Strategy

Influencers Shaping the Future of L&D | Skillcast

5 minute read

Here are some trailblazers that are quietly revolutionising the world of learning and development. Get inspired and find new perspectives!

Product News & Events Gamification

Intelligent Learning Workshop | Skillcast

5 minute read

Breakfast workshop at London's Shard showcasing how Barclays and Société Générale partnered with Skillcast to harness Intelligent Learning techniques.

Health and Safety Risk Management

Managing Risk in a Health Crisis | Skillcast

5 minute read

Responding to epidemics like the coronavirus in the workplace can create a crisis in itself. Here are some tips to help you update your risk management.

Product News & Events Gamification

Delivering Learning Success for Royal Mail | Skillcast

7 minute read

Royal Mail chose Skillcast Serious Games to help embed compliance into their business and drive employees to make ethical decisions.

Information Security

6 Tips to Reduce the Risk of Ransomware Attacks | Skillcast

5 minute read

Ransomware attacks have doubled in the UK in 2019, only the US now suffers more. We have some tips on how to reduce the risk of your company being attacked

Financial Crime

Are Offshore Financial Services Legal or Illegal? |...

4 minute read

There are plenty of legitimate reasons for opening an offshore bank account. So why is there so much hype about tacking the offshore banking problem?

Compliance News

Compliance News | 2019 Highlights | Skillcast

12 minute read

We've examined the top compliance news stories in 2019, from major data breaches and discrimination awards to billion-dollar fines.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

5MLD: Threat or Opportunity? | Skillcast

3 minute read

Vivek Dodd, Founder of Skillcast speaks to CityAM about the opportunities for Blockchain and Cryptocurrency professionals as well as the threats from 5MLD.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

Key 5MLD Requirements You Need to Know | Skillcast

4 minute read

Find out what you need to know about the EU's 5th Money Laundering Directive (5MLD). The key additional requirements & how to prepare for implementation.

Information Security GDPR

Data Protection: Is Corporate Confidence Misplaced? |...

5 minute read

In Skillcast Compliance Insights Survey 80% of employees & their managers stated they understand & comply with data protection legislation, but do they?

FCA Compliance SMCR

SMCR - The People Dimension | Skillcast

6 minute read

SMCR is a real opportunity to build healthy cultures, effective governance & personal responsibility and as a result a more proﬁtable & sustainable future.

AML and CTF

Are UK Lawyers & Accountants Ignoring Money Laundering...

4 minute read

Accountants are turning a blind eye to money laundering according to the UK police lead on economic crime. Find out how to mitigate the risks for your firm

FCA Compliance Product News & Events

SMCR Breakfast Briefing | Skillcast

5 minute read

Networking breakfast focusing on SM&CR training and implementation tools for banking, insurance and solo-regulated firms.

Risk Management Compliance Strategy

Risk Perception & Employee Misconduct Gap | Skillcast

5 minute read

Our YouGov survey highlighted the gap between misconduct observed by UK employees and the risk perception of managers, and it gets larger with firm size.

Product News & Events Gamification

Skillcast at Learning Live | Skillcast

4 minute read

At Learning Live in London, we ran an interactive workshop with Angelika Flamm, Group Compliance Director at Royal Mail.

Information Security Product News & Events

Skillcast GDPR Compliance Summit | Skillcast

4 minute read

Skillcast launched GDPR Compliance e-learning library updates over breakfast & industry experts shared insights into GDPR compliance issues to watch for.

Equality and Diversity Learning Strategy

Barclays Accessibility & E-learning | Skillcast

5 minute read

Emanuela Gorla, Barclays' Accessibility Business Partner explains her passion for digital accessibility & aim to create e-learning resources that deliver.

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

Businesses Lack Transparency About Political Engagements |...

2 minute read

Transparency International's video findings from their Corporate Political Engagement Index. We take a look and assess the opportunities for companies.

Health and Safety

6 Ways to Refresh Your Health and Safety Training |...

4 minute read

Financial penalties for companies found guilty of health & safety failings have increased - are you doing enough to train to your staff?

Equality and Diversity Product News & Events

Breakfast Briefing: Compliance Essentials | Skillcast

5 minute read

Skillcast Essentials compliance e-learning library 2019 breakfast update in London. Our key clients spoke about their best new compliance initiatives.

Compliance News

Compliance News | 2018 Highlights | Skillcast

17 minute read

We've examined the top compliance news stories in 2018, from money laundering scandals and celebrity tax evasion to IT failures in financial services.

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

Anti-Bribery & Corruption Forum Highlights | Skillcast

3 minute read

Skillcast sponsored the 7th annual Anti-Bribery & Corruption Forum where 200+ anti-bribery specialists shared the latest in enforcement, strategy & culture

Information Security GDPR

Explaining GDPR Article 4 & Personal Data | Skillcast

3 minute read

GDPR Article 4 greatly widens the definition of personal data beyond the information that could identify a living individual like name and address.

Information Security GDPR

Data Retention Legislation & GDPR Fines | Skillcast

2 minute read

'Will firms risk retaining data for longer than can be argued as necessary?'. Martin Schofield sees a very different approach to compliance post-GDPR.

Information Security

How To Protect Personal Data When Using Social Media |...

2 minute read

In light of the recent Facebook scandal, we examine the steps you should be taking to protect your personal data when using social media and apps.

FCA Compliance

Key MiFID II Research Checks | Skillcast

3 minute read

Martyn Oughton writes about the all-important MiFID II research checks. Follow his checklist to make sure your firm is prepared for the new regulations.

FCA Compliance

6 Tips to Avoid Financial Mis-selling | Skillcast

3 minute read

The UK financial services industry has been hit with billions in fines as a result of mis-selling products. We have some tips to avoid another scandal.

FCA Compliance

5 Ways to Avoid Conflicts of Interest with Customers |...

3 minute read

Read this blog post and follow our top tips to be sure you put your customer needs first ahead of the introduction of MiFID II.

FCA Compliance

How to Achieve MiFID II Compliance | Skillcast

5 minute read

MiFID arrived in response to the market crash. Following the PPI scandal, it was strengthened with the introduction of MiFID II. Understand the changes.

FCA Compliance

5 Steps to Take for Direct Electronic Access | Skillcast

2 minute read

Read this blog pot to find out the steps you should be taking to prepare for direct electronic access (DEA) under MiFID II.

FCA Compliance

Key High Frequency Algorithmic Trading Controls | Skillcast

3 minute read

Understand high frequency algorithmic trading (HFAT) and the 5 key controls you need in light of the MiFID II regime.

FCA Compliance

How to Ensure MiFID Data Retention Compliance | Skillcast

3 minute read

Follow our five steps and make sure your business are compliant with MiFID II's upcoming data retention rules

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

Rotork Case Study: Anti-bribery Training in 13 Languages |...

2 minute read

Rotork anti-bribery training - Find out why this market-leading UK manufacturer chose Skillcast to create tailored training across 13 different languages.

Business Skills

7 Tips for Better Negotiation at Work | Skillcast

2 minute read

How do you rate your negotiation skills? Read this blog post and follow the 7 top tips to ensure you carry out more successful negotiations.

Financial Crime AML and CTF

Key 4MLD Requirements You Need to Know | Skillcast

3 minute read

The EU's Fourth Money Laundering Directive - Find out how to ensure your organisation is compliant.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Case Study: Bespoke Training for a Major UK Retail Bank |...

2 minute read

Find out why a major UK retail bank chose Skillcast to help it deliver a 3-year internal qualification in premier banking similar to the EFA standard.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Case Study: Bespoke E-learning for an Investment Bank |...

2 minute read

Read this post to find out what happened when an Investment Bank partnered with Skillcast to create a bespoke e-learning training package.

Bribery and Corruption Financial Crime

EDF Energy Success Story: Anti-Bribery Training | Skillcast

2 minute read

EDF Energy anti-bribery training - find out why this Top 6 UK energy provider chose Skillcast to deliver bespoke e-learning for 15,000 employees.

Product News & Events Learning Strategy

Aviva Success Story: Compliance E-learning | Skillcast

2 minute read

Aviva Success Story - Find out why the UK's largest general insurer chose Skillcast to create a single unified compliance essentials e-learning course.

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