Regulatory Body

A regulatory body is an organisation with statutory powers to oversee a particular industry or profession, set standards, issue licences, and take enforcement action against those who breach the rules. Examples include the FCA (financial services), Ofgem (energy), Ofcom (communications), the CQC (health and social care), and the Solicitors Regulation Authority. Regulators differ from ombudsmen in that they focus on systemic conduct rather than individual dispute resolution.