Market Abuse Policy Template​
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Designed for:​
Compliance teams seeking a clear, FCA-aligned policy template to address Market Abuse risks under the UK Market Abuse Regulation (UK MAR).​
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The benefits:​
This Market Abuse Policy template provides a structured, professionally drafted foundation for firms to develop and support a robust market abuse framework. It supports compliance with regulatory expectations, promotes market integrity, and helps ensure individuals understand their responsibilities when handling inside information or trading on behalf of the firm.​
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What’s included:​
A clear statement of policy objectives and regulatory obligations under UK MAR​
Defined roles and responsibilities for staff, compliance, and senior management​
Procedures for insider list management, information barriers, and surveillance​
Reporting protocols for suspected Market Abuse and STOR submissions​
Staff training and awareness requirements​
Escalation, recordkeeping, and disciplinary provisions​
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Summary:​
This policy template supports firms to demonstrate a proactive approach to market abuse risks. It can be tailored to reflect your business model, trading activity, and governance structure—ensuring alignment with best practice and UK regulatory standards.​
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You may also be interested in our Market Abuse Risk Assessment ​