prudential context
- (1) For the FCA, in relation to activities carried on by a firm, the context in which the activities have, or might reasonably be regarded as likely to have, a negative effect on:
- (a) the integrity of the UK financial system; or
- (b) the ability of the firm to meet either:
- (i) the "fit and proper" test in threshold condition 2E and 3D (Suitability); or
- (ii) the applicable requirements and standards under the regulatory system relating to the firm's financial resources.
- (2) For the PRA, in relation to activities carried on by a firm, the context in which the activities have, or might reasonably be regarded as likely to have, a negative effect on:
- (a) the safety and soundness of PRA-authorised persons; or
- (b) the ability of the firm to meet either:
- (i) the "fit and proper" test in threshold condition 5 (Suitability); or
- (ii) the applicable requirements and standards under the regulatory system relating to the firm's financial resources.
- (1) For the FCA, in relation to activities carried on by a firm, the context in which the activities have, or might reasonably be regarded as likely to have, a negative effect on: