Speech Laura van Geest: Het maatpakje van de overheid
RegCanary analysis of a AFM publication
Why it matters
RegCanary's analysis of what this means for regulated firms.
She emphasized that simplification requires not only better rules but also the discipline to consciously do less. For financial services executives, this signals a potential shift towards more streamlined regulation, which could reduce compliance burdens over time. However, no immediate changes are announced; firms should monitor AFM's future initiatives.
Compliance teams may find opportunities to engage in simplification dialogues and advocate for proportionate rules. While the speech is informational, it underscores the regulator's awareness of complexity costs and could foreshadow future efficiency measures. Firms should stay alert to consultations and policy developments that may arise from this mindset, and consider reviewing internal processes for unnecessary complexity.
Overall, the speech reinforces the importance of regulatory efficiency and offers a chance for firms to contribute to a more effective regulatory environment.
Who this affects
Sectors and firm types identified in the analysis.
- General Regulation
Source
AFM
Original publication, 4 November 2026
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