Central Bank of Ireland today launched a commemorative coin celebrating the life and work of renowned Irish playwright Seán O'Casey, on what would have been his 146 th birthday. It marks the 100th anniversary of the inaugural performance of his masterpiece The Plough and the Stars at the Abbey Theatre. The silver proof coin will go on sale today (Monday 30 March 2026) at 1pm on www.collectorcoins.ie . Designed by PJ Lynch, there are just 3,000 coins available, and they will retail at €90. Gov...
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The Central Bank Commission has appointed Elizabeth Mahon as Secretary of the Central Bank, effective 30 March. Elizabeth has also been appointed to the role of Head of Governance in the Central Bank. Elizabeth has more than 20 years' experience in financial services, principally in the banking sector, where her career has focused on strategy and implementation, management consulting, organisational change, and stakeholder management. Since 2022 she has worked at the Central Bank as Head of S...
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Governor Gabriel Makhlouf of the Central Bank of Ireland today emphasised the critical need to strengthen Europe’s Single Market as the foundation for mobilising the continent’s substantial savings in an increasingly fragmented global environment.
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In his remarks, Governor Gabriel Makhlouf emphasised that Europe must mobilise its substantial savings by strengthening economic growth, completing the Single Market, and building more integrated capital markets, as capital currently flows abroad due to perceived higher returns elsewhere. He argued that central banks must anchor price stability and financial stability as preconditions for effective capital allocation, and that by addressing these fundamentals, European savings will naturally ...
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Renewed surge in international energy prices tests domestic economic resilience Higher oil and gas prices are expected to lead to lower growth and higher inflation than previously expected. The extent is dependent on the duration of the conflict and the scale of damage to critical infrastructure in the Middle East. MDD is forecast to grow by 2.8 per cent per annum on average from 2026 to 2028 in the baseline forecast, with inflation averaging 2.5 per cent per annum over that period. More seve...
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Good afternoon and welcome to this Central Bank of Ireland workshop on the Consumer Protection Code. Today I will focus on the outlook for consumers and investors. But first let me pause to talk a little about the broader context in which we find ourselves. We are living through a period marked by extraordinary change, geopolitical instability, rapid technological transformation and shifting economic conditions. Governor Makhlouf summarised this well when he said how 2026 has already seen ext...
Deputy Governor Colm Kincaid's speech on 24 March 2026 emphasizes consumer protection as central to the Central Bank of Ireland's (CBI) mission amid geopolitical, technological, and economic changes, highlighting the revised **Consumer Protection Code 2025** (CPC 2025) as a key modernization effort. This matters for compliance professionals because the CPC 2025 introduces enhanced, digitally-focused protections effective **24 March 2026**, replacing the 2012 Code after a 12-month implementation period, with firms required to proactively secure customer interests.
What Changed
The CPC 2025 comprises Standards for Business Regulations (governance, resources, risk management, conduct standards) and Consumer Protection Regulations (cross-sectoral and sector-specific rules for consumers). Major updates include:
Core obligation: Firms must "secure customers’ interests," shifting to a proactive, customer-focused mindset.
Cross-sectoral requirements: Knowing the consumer/suitability; conflicts of interest/remuneration; vulnerable consumers (updated definition); digitalisation (customer-focused design); effective informing (beyond disclosure); charges/regulatory status...
What You Need To Do
- Gap analysis
- Policy/system updates
- Governance/risk
- Testing/monitoring
- Stakeholder engagement
Key Dates
24 March 2025 - CBI publishes revised CPC 2025, Standards for Business Regulations, Consumer Protection Regulations, and guidance.
24 March 2026 - CPC 2025 takes effect; existing 2012 Code ceases (12-month implementation period ends).
Until 24 March 2026 - 2012 Code (with addenda) remains in force.
Compliance Impact
Urgency: High – With effectiveness today (24 March 2026), firms face immediate non-compliance risk as the 12-month window closes; CBI supervision will intensify on digital/fraud/vulnerability protections amid heightened risks (e.g., cyber, scams). Non-adherence risks enforcement under CBI's powers, reputational damage, and fines, especially as this "gold-plates" EU rules in a volatile environment.
BankInsurancePayment Provider The Central Bank of Ireland today (Tuesday 24 March 2026) marked the coming into force of the modernised Consumer Protection Code, giving consumers stronger protections when using banks, insurance companies, and other financial services. The modernised Code has been designed to better protect consumers in today’s world, and in anticipation of how financial services will evolve into the future. It follows extensive public consultation and engagement. Deputy Governor Colm Kincaid said: "The Cen...
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In his latest blog Governor Gabriel Makhlouf explains that the Governing Council held rates steady at 2 per cent due to new geopolitical uncertainty from Middle East tensions, which risk pushing energy prices and headline inflation above the 2 per cent target whilst dampening growth. The Bank will monitor inflation expectations and wage dynamics closely to prevent the energy shock from becoming embedded in persistent above-target inflation, as occurred after the Ukraine crisis.
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Role of Non-Bank Entities in the Irish Housing Market regarding residential mortgages Go raibh maith agat a Chathaoirligh agus gabhaim buíochas leis an gcoiste as ucht an cuireadh a bheith anseo inniú. I am joined by my colleagues Domhnall Cullinan, Director of Banking and Payments, and Aisling Menton, Head of Retail Credit and we welcome the opportunity to continue this important discussion on the role of non-bank entities in the Irish mortgage market. As outlined in updated figures we publi...
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Introduction Good morning. I am delighted to welcome you to Central Bank of Ireland today as part of our continued engagement with the crypto sector. This time last year we hosted an industry briefing focused on the path to success in the authorisation of Crypto-Asset Service Providers (CASPs). It has been a very active 12 months, and today I see many of you in the room from newly authorised CASPs who have come through the process successfully. This morning’s event is an excellent opportunity...
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Good morning everyone, I am delighted to be here for what looks set to be an interesting conference on a topic which is both very close to my heart and central to what we do at Central Bank of Ireland (“the Central Bank”) – as we work to deliver on our mission, and in particular ensuring the financial system is operating in the best interests of consumers and the wider economy. 1 I am particularly delighted to be back in UCD – where I had the pleasure to study economics as an undergraduate, w...
This speech by Deputy Governor Mary Elizabeth McMunn outlines the Central Bank of Ireland's (CBI) shift toward **outcomes-focused regulation and supervision**, emphasizing five key priorities from the 2026 Regulatory and Supervisory Outlook (RSO) to address geopolitical risks, consumer protection, technology, and resilience in a volatile environment. It matters for compliance professionals as it signals intensified CBI scrutiny on firm behaviors and outcomes rather than mere rule compliance, with direct implications for supervisory engagements, thematic reviews, and enforcement across banking, funds, insurance, and payments sectors.
What Changed
No new legislative changes are introduced in the speech itself, which serves as a practitioner's perspective on implementing the RSO 2026 priorities. It reinforces an outcomes-focused approach, prioritizing:
Resilience to geopolitical/macro risks (operational resilience, cyber security, financial resilience).
Consumer/investor protection (customer experience, digitalisation risks, financial crime/fraud).
Technology transformations (AI, digital money, tokenisation).
These build on prior developments like the revised Consumer Protection Code (CPC), DORA implementation, and enhanced AML/CFT...
What You Need To Do
- Conduct gap analyses for revised CPC compliance, focusing on thresholds, customer experience, and fraud support (immediate if in-scope)
- Enhance resilience frameworks
- Strengthen financial crime controls
- Review technology/AI governance
- Embed ESG/climate risks
Key Dates
24 March 2026 - Revised Consumer Protection Code (CPC) takes effect (12-month lead-in complete; firms must be compliant). DEADLINE
H1–H2 2026 - DORA implementation including threat-led penetration testing (survey issued H1).
H1–H2 2026 - Enhanced AML/CFT Risk Evaluation Questionnaire.
H1 2026–H2 2027 - Thematic inspection of transaction monitoring and STR reporting.
H1–H2 2026 - UCITS Value at Risk (VaR) model review and depositary oversight.
Compliance Impact
Urgency: High – The speech, delivered today (9 March 2026), underscores imminent RSO 2026 execution with CPC effective in 2 weeks (24 March 2026) and H1 2026 activities (e.g., DORA testing, AML questionnaires) starting soon. Non-compliance risks intensified supervision, thematic inspections, enforcement, and reputational damage in a high-geopolitical-risk environment; outcomes-focus demands proactive evidence of resilience and consumer safeguards over procedural box-ticking.
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Central Bank of Ireland today published a Discussion Paper examining the potential role of Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) and tokenisation in the financial system . Deputy Governor Vasileios Madouros, commenting on the publication, said: “Distributed ledger technology and tokenisation have the potential to transform how financial services are delivered. We believe this technology, if enabled and deployed correctly, can change the financial system for the better, including by helping the ...
The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) has launched Discussion Paper 12 (DP12) on Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) and tokenisation in financial services to explore their transformative potential in areas like markets, funds, payments, and money, while assessing opportunities, risks, and enablers such as legal clarity and interoperability. This matters for compliance professionals as it signals CBI's proactive stance on integrating these technologies into a resilient financial system, aligning with EU ambitions like the Savings and Investment Union, and invites stakeholder input to shape future policy without proposing immediate rules. (Source: https://www.centralbank.ie/news/article/press-release-discussion-paper-tokenisation-and-distributed-ledger-technology-in-financial-services-5-march-26 [publication]; https://www.arthurcox.com/insights/central-bank-issues-discussion-paper-on-dlt-tokenisation-in-financial-services/ )
What Changed
This is a non-binding discussion paper, not a regulatory change or new requirement; it poses 16 questions on topics including legal recognition of tokenised instruments, governance, infrastructure, funds (e.g., tokenised MMFs and ETFs), payments, and risks like operational resilience and interoperability. It highlights needs for policy intervention to avoid fragmented "walled gardens," ensure central bank money's role, and address challenges in fractionalisation, transparency, and settlement finality, but no mandates are imposed yet.
What You Need To Do
- Review DP12 (PDF available via CBI site) and prepare/ submit responses to the 16 questions by 5 June 2026, focusing on legal clarity, risks, funds tokenisation, and enablers like interoperability
- Engage in CBI's structured stakeholder dialogues to influence future frameworks
- Assess internal DLT/tokenisation pilots or plans against discussed risks (e
- No immediate compliance obligations, but monitor for follow-up rules; funds firms should evaluate tokenised share/unit models
Key Dates
5 June 2026 - Deadline for stakeholder submissions responding to the 16 questions in DP12. DEADLINE
Post-5 June 2026 - CBI to publish a feedback statement assessing responses and existing policy fit. (Source: https://www.centralbank.ie/news/article/press-release-discussion-paper-tokenisation-and-distributed-ledger-technology-in-financial-services-5-march-26 [publication]; https://www.arthurcox.com/insights/central-bank-issues-discussion-paper-on-dlt-tokenisation-in-financial-services/ )
Compliance Impact
Urgency: Medium – This consultative paper poses no immediate rules but represents a key opportunity to shape emerging DLT/tokenisation regulation amid CBI's 2026 priorities on tech-driven transformations and resilience; inaction risks missing input on critical enablers like legal finality for tokens, potentially leading to stricter future requirements misaligned with firm needs. It aligns with broader EU/BIS pushes (e.g., MiCA, tokenized reserves), amplifying relevance for firms in funds, payments, and crypto.
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New OECD report highlights financial scams as top threat to consumers globally Deputy Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland Colm Kincaid welcomed the publication of the OECD’s Consumer Finance Risk Monitor 2026 , a comprehensive global assessment examining consumer protection challenges across 60 international jurisdictions. Deputy Governor Kincaid emphasised the need for strengthened oversight as structural economic, technological and market-conduct risks converge to significantly elevate ...
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In his latest blog, the Governor Gabriel Makhlouf reflects on the publication of the Regulatory and Supervisory Outlook 2026 and the recent Access to Cash report.
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The Central Bank has today published its Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook 2026 , which sets out its latest assessment of the risk landscape facing the financial sector and the supervisory work it will undertake in response. This follows on from the Governor’s letter to the Tánaiste on the economic outlook and regulatory priorities in January . This is the third year of the report, which continues to be set against a backdrop of a changing, uncertain and increasingly complex external environme...
The Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) has published its **Regulatory & Supervisory Outlook 2026**, outlining priorities shaped by geoeconomic fragmentation, technological acceleration, and elevated risks like operational resilience, cyber threats, data/AI, and consumer protection. This matters for compliance professionals as it signals intensified supervisory scrutiny, including desktop and onsite inspections, across Ireland's financial sector to ensure resilience and adaptability amid uncertainties.[https://www.centralbank.ie/news/article/press-release-central-bank-sets-out-its-regulatory-and-supervisory-priorities-26-february-2026][https://www.ogier.com/news-and-insights/insights/regulatory-outlook-2026-the-central-bank-of-ireland-s-priorities-explained/]
What Changed
No new binding regulatory requirements are introduced in this publication, which serves as a strategic outlook rather than enforceable rules. Key shifts in risk assessment include elevated operational risks (due to geopolitics, digitalisation, complex models), increased asset valuation/market risks, and rising data/models/AI risks, while inflation/interest rate risks have decreased.
What You Need To Do
- Conduct robust scenario testing and risk assessments for operational resilience, cyber threats, credit/market/liquidity risks, and document outcomes within compliance monitoring programs
- Implement revised CPC by 24 March 2026, assessing scope changes and business impacts
- Enhance financial crime controls, including fraud victim support, scam awareness, and market abuse detection; monitor AMLA developments
- Embed ESG/climate risks into governance, risk management, and business models, preparing for SFDR 2
- Review AI/data/models usage and operational frameworks for supervisory inspections; engage with CBI Innovation Sandbox if applicable
Key Dates
24 March 2026 - Revised Consumer Protection Code (CPC) takes effect, following 12-month lead-in; firms must ensure full implementation.[https://www.ogier.com/news-and-insights/insights/regulatory-outlook-2026-the-central-bank-of-ireland-s-priorities-explained/] DEADLINE
H1 2026 - CBI consultation on new Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) Framework.[https://maples.com/regulatory-round-up/central-bank-of-ireland-update-and-supervisory-approach-for-2026-fund-service-providers][https://www.centralbank.ie/docs/default-source/regulation/transforming-regulation-and-supervision/regulating-supervising-well-a-more-effective-and-efficient-framework.pdf]
Summer 2027 - Anti-Money Laundering Authority (AMLA) single rulebook implementation, influencing financial crime priorities.[https://www.ogier.com/news-and-insights/insights/regulatory-outlook-2026-the-central-bank-of-ireland-s-priorities-explained/]
2026-2027 - Ongoing desktop/onsite reviews on operational resilience, ESG/climate, and supervisory priorities across sectors.[https://www.ogier.com/news-and-insights/insights/regulatory-outlook-2026-the-central-bank-of-ireland-s-priorities-explained/]
Compliance Impact
Urgency: High – This outlook directly previews intensified 2026 supervision, with operational/cyber resilience and consumer protection as "key concerns" likely triggering unannounced inspections and enforcement. Firms risk findings on outdated resilience testing or CPC gaps, especially amid elevated risks; proactive alignment now prevents remediation costs and sanctions, given CBI's efficiency roadmap and international...
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The Central Bank of Ireland has today (24 February) published its first quarterly Access to Cash report . The Finance (Provision of Access to Cash Infrastructure) Act 2025 has put in place a framework to ensure sufficient and effective access to cash across the State. Today’s report uses newly collected data to show the number, location and opening hours of ATMs and cash service points across eight geographical regions in Ireland, as of 31 December 2025. The Minister for Finance set the acces...
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Gabriel Makhlouf, Governor of the Central Bank of Ireland, today delivered a keynote address at the Blavatnik School of Government, outlining the critical role of central bank independence in delivering price stability and supporting economic prosperity for society. Speaking on “Institutions, Anchors, and Their Discontents: The Role of Central Banks”, Governor Makhlouf highlighted how central bank independence, underpinned by clear mandates and robust accountability frameworks, enables moneta...
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It is a pleasure to be here in Oxford 1 While I’m aware that this is a school of government and I’m a central banker, the two are inextricably linked. Societies and indeed economies are shaped by their institutions, specifically the legal, social, cultural, formal and informal norms that impact the way citizens interact with each other. Successful institutions are those that are trusted by the societies that created them and for which they ultimately serve. Today I am going to resist the oppo...
Governor Gabriel Makhlouf's speech at the Blavatnik School of Government addresses central bank independence as a foundational institutional mechanism for delivering price stability and economic prosperity, rather than as a shield from accountability. The speech is not a regulatory enforcement action or new requirement, but rather a governance statement clarifying the Central Bank of Ireland's institutional philosophy on independence, credibility, and accountability—matters that directly affect how the CBI exercises supervisory discretion over regulated firms.
What Changed
This is not a regulatory change document but a governance clarification with compliance implications:
Reframing of independence: Central bank independence is characterized as an "anchor" enabling long-term decision-making rather than isolation from society.
Credibility framework: Credibility depends on competence, engagement, coherence, and public trust—not institutional distance alone.
Accountability emphasis: Independence requires continuous dialogue with society and other economic governance institutions; it "does not mean isolation."
Historical validation: The speech references the...
What You Need To Do
- *Understand CBI decision-making philosophy
- *Engage constructively with supervisors
- *Align governance with credibility principles
- *Monitor 2026 supervisory priorities
Key Dates
10 February 2026 - CBI published its 2026 Regulatory and Supervisory Priorities, which establish the operational framework within which this governance philosophy applies
18 February 2026 - This speech delivered, reinforcing institutional independence principles
Second half 2026 - Ireland assumes EU Council Presidency; CBI will support government during this period
Compliance Impact
Urgency: MEDIUM
BankAsset ManagerPayment Provider Central Bank of Ireland Deputy Governor Vasileios Madouros spoke at Technological University Dublin on the need to increase domestic investment over the next decade to support Ireland’s long-term economic success. Looking back, Deputy Governor Madouros discussed how, despite very strong economic growth, investment in key domestic sectors has been relatively subdued over the past decade. Looking ahead, like many other countries, Ireland is facing profound economic and societal shifts in years ...
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Over the course of the next decade, we will need to allocate more of our collective resources towards domestic investment. 1 In part, that is because of where we are coming from. Despite very strong economic growth in recent years, investment in key domestic sectors has been lacklustre. But it is also because of where are going. Ireland, like many other countries, is facing profound structural transitions. Navigating these will require additional investment in the years ahead. Raising Ireland...
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I would like to welcome you all to the Central Bank of Ireland today 1 . We are delighted to host this gathering of EU Heads of Missions, representatives of our friends and partners from across the EU. A little over a year ago I had the pleasure to meet with you all. I spoke then of a geopolitical landscape facing significant strain and complexity; of the rise of economic nationalism and trade disputes; as well as the shift from cooperation to competition, and its impact on our ability to mee...
This speech by Central Bank of Ireland (CBI) Governor Gabriel Makhlouf outlines priorities for building economic and financial resilience amid geopolitical risks, climate change, technological shifts, and geoeconomic fragmentation, emphasizing domestic policy focus areas like infrastructure, indigenous business growth, and fiscal buffers. It matters for compliance professionals as it previews CBI's forthcoming 2026 regulatory and supervisory priorities, signaling heightened scrutiny on operational and financial resilience, consumer protection, and alignment with a transforming regulatory framework. https://www.centralbank.ie/news/article/speech-governor-makhlouf-head-eu-missions-10-February-2026
What Changed
This is a forward-looking speech, not announcing immediate regulatory changes, but it references CBI's ongoing transformation agenda, including:
Four overarching supervisory priorities for 2026: (1) Maintaining/building resilience to geopolitical/macro-financial risks (operational and financial resilience); (2) Securing consumer/investor interests; plus two others implied in related releases (e.g., governance, financial crime).
What You Need To Do
- Review and prepare for priorities
- Enhance resilience planning
- Engage on consultations
- Sector-specific
- Proactive supervision prep
Key Dates
Next few weeks from 11 February 2026 - Publication of CBI's full 2026 Regulatory and Supervisory Priorities. https://www.centralbank.ie/news/article/speech-governor-makhlouf-head-eu-missions-10-February-2026
H1 2026 - Consultation on new Regulatory Impact Assessment (RIA) Framework. https://maples.com/regulatory-round-up/central-bank-of-ireland-update-and-supervisory-approach-for-2026-fund-service-providers https://www.centralbank.ie/docs/default-source/regulation/transforming-regulation-and-supervision/regulating-supervising-well-a-more-effective-and-efficient-framework.pdf
Shortly (2026) - Launch of comprehensive Fund Service Provider (FSP) Framework review. https://www.centralbank.ie/docs/default-source/regulation/transforming-regulation-and-supervision/regulating-supervising-well-a-more-effective-and-efficient-framework.pdf
2025-2026 - Ongoing implementation of banking/payments supervisory activities and multi-year roadmap (supervision, regulation, gatekeeping, reporting). https://www.matheson.com/insights/fig-top-5-at-5-06-03-2025/ https://www.centralbank.ie/news/article/press-release-central-bank-of-ireland-publishes-roadmap-to-deliver-a-more-effective-and-efficient-regulatory-framework-10-december-2025
Compliance Impact
Urgency: Medium—This speech signals strategic direction rather than enforceable rules, but imminent priorities publication and 2026 consultations demand proactive preparation to avoid intensified supervision/enforcement. It matters because CBI emphasizes resilience in a high-risk environment (geopolitics, AI, climate), with non-compliance risking closer scrutiny under new integrated approach; firms ignoring this could face heightened operational reviews amid efficiency drive without standards reduction. https://www.centralbank.ie/regulation/transforming-regulation-and-supervision
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The Central Bank of Ireland has set out its regulatory and supervisory priorities for 2026 and provided detailed advice to Government on building economic resilience in the face of unprecedented uncertainty. In his letter to the Tánaiste and Minister for Finance Simon Harris, Governor Gabriel Makhlouf set out his views on the macro-financial environment, the financial services landscape and the Central Bank of Ireland’s financial regulation priorities for the year ahead . Governor Makhlouf em...
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In his latest blog, Governor Gabriel Makhlouf explains why the Governing Council kept its main policy interest rate (the deposit facility rate) unchanged at 2% for the fifth consecutive time since June 2025.
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In his latest blog, Governor Gabriel Makhlouf argues that economists must adapt their analytical frameworks and expand their focus beyond traditional topics to address emerging challenges—such as geopolitical upheaval and defence spending—in order to provide robust evidence-based policy advice that serves the public interest.
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Central Bank of Ireland has successfully completed the sale of its Spencer Dock (East Wing) building to the Office of Public Works for €23.7m. The sale of Spencer Dock was a key element of the Central Bank’s longer term property strategy aligned to our decision to develop a single Dockland Campus through the purchase of our North Wall Quay building and subsequent purchase of our Mayor Street building. This sale of the East Wing, to Office of Public Works on 22 January 2026, follows the earlie...
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Central Bank of Ireland and Banca d’Italia are launching the Innovation Data Challenge 2026, a joint initiative designed to foster cutting-edge research and innovation in the retail payments sector. The Challenge reflects the shared commitment of the two Institutions to promoting applied research, international collaboration, and the responsible use of data and technology to shape the future of payments. The initiative brings together leading Irish and Italian universities, including Universi...
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Introduction Good morning and thank you to Michael for inviting me to speak at the Compliance Institute’s Annual General Meeting. It is always a real pleasure to engage with compliance professionals. At the Central Bank, we recognise the essential role played by the compliance community in ensuring that financial firms are well-run and contributing to a financial system that is trusted and resilient. We also recognise the important role played by the compliance institute, equipping those work...
This speech by Gerry Cross, Director of Capital Markets and Funds at the Central Bank of Ireland (CBI), outlines key supervisory priorities including securing customers' interests via the revised Consumer Protection Code, Individual Accountability Framework (IAF) implementation, regulatory simplification, resilience, technology leverage, and an evolving outcomes-focused supervision approach. It matters because it signals CBI's expectations for compliance professionals to drive these outcomes in firms, emphasizing proportionality and ongoing engagement amid regulatory evolution. Compliance teams must integrate these themes to align with CBI's shift toward less process-driven, more effective oversight.
What Changed
Revised Consumer Protection Code: Introduces new Standards for Business, building on the Code reviewed with industry input; focuses on delivering good outcomes for consumers and the economy.
Individual Accountability Framework (IAF): Implemented 18 months prior (circa mid-2024); enhances clarity on responsibilities, supports governance, and aligns with outcomes-focused regulation rather than enforcement-heavy approaches.
Supervisory Approach Evolution: Shifting in 2025-2026 to risk-based, outcomes-focused, less process-driven supervision integrated across financial stability, consumer...
What You Need To Do
- Implement Revised Consumer Protection Code
- Adopt Outcomes-Focused Practices
- Engage with CBI
- Leverage Technology
Key Dates
24 March 2026 - Revised Consumer Protection Code comes into force; firms must ensure full readiness and ongoing embedding of provisions, including new Standards for Business. DEADLINE
January 2026 speech).
Compliance Impact
Urgency: Medium. This speech reinforces imminent obligations like the 24 March 2026 Consumer Protection Code effective date (less than 2 months from speech/publication), requiring immediate readiness checks, but lacks new rules or critical enforcement threats. It matters for long-term alignment with CBI's outcomes-focused supervision, reducing future supervisory risks through proactive embedding of IAF and simplification; non-engagement could signal poor governance amid evolving oversight.
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