Overview
Regulatory Guide 78 outlines obligations for AFS and credit licensees to report breaches of the law to the Australian Securities and Investments Commission (ASIC). Specifically, it refers to Division 3 of Part 7.6 under the Corporations Act 2001 and Division 5 of Part 2-2 under the National Consumer Credit Protection Act 2009. The guide clarifies circumstances under which reporting is mandatory and provides detailed regulatory procedures. It aims to enhance transparency and ensure compliance within the financial services and credit sectors. RG 78 was officially issued on December 19, 2023.