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The Gibraltar Authorisation Regime (GAR) & UK Market Access

The Gibraltar Authorisation Regime (GAR) represents the permanent legislative framework enabling Gibraltar-based financial services firms, including payment service providers (PSPs) and e-money institutions (EMIs), to access the UK market following Brexit. It requires transparency and careful management by Gibraltar firms benefiting from UK market access.

Gibraltar Companies, Funds, Trusts, and Private Foundations: A Practical Playbook

Gibraltar offers internationally mobile founders and family offices a robust toolkit of holding companies, trusts, private foundations and funds, all within a common‑law, English‑speaking and well‑regulated jurisdiction. This practical playbook explains when to use a company versus a trust or foundation for exits, operating businesses and long‑term wealth, how Category 2 (Cat 2) residency and UK anti‑avoidance rules fit in, and why working with a Gibraltar firm that combines legal, fiduciary and accounting services makes implementation and ongoing governance significantly easier for UK advisors and their clients.

New Safeguarding Rules for Payment & E‑Money Firms

The regulatory landscape for UK and Gibraltar payment institutions (PIs) and e‑money institutions (EMIs) is undergoing its most significant overhaul in a decade. The Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) Supplementary Safeguarding Regime (CASS 15) takes effect on 7 May 2026, introducing much more granular, CASS‑style expectations into the payments and e‑money space.

UK Gambling Law Update: Voluntary Code of Practice for Free Draw Operators

Since its initial publication, the landscape surrounding the UK Gambling White Paper, particularly concerning illegal lotteries, prize competitions, and free draws, has continued to evolve…We will delve into the latest developments and their potential impact on businesses and consumers, offering a current perspective on the ongoing efforts to refine gambling regulations and ensure a fairer, more transparent environment for all.

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