Source · Select Committees · Treasury Committee

Recommendation 3

3 Acknowledged

Ensure Basel 3.1 implementation does not increase SME lending capital requirements or harm competitiveness

Conclusion
The PRA must ensure that the final implementation of the Basel 3.1 standards leaves capital requirements on SME lending no more stringent than they are under the current system and that international competitiveness with the EU and the US is not harmed. (Paragraph 26) Dispute resolution
Government Response Summary
The government acknowledges the Committee’s concerns regarding the removal of the SME supporting factor under Basel 3.1 but provides no commitment to action.
Government Response Acknowledged
HM Government Acknowledged
3. We acknowledge the Committee’s concerns regarding the removal of the SME supporting factor under Basel 3.1.