A large part of the regulations in the financial field originate from EU directives and regulations and from other international agreements. It is common to have public consultations in a number of issues as part of these regulation processes. In many cases the Riksbank has chosen to respond to these consultations, often together with other authorities. Responding to these consultation documents is an important part of the Riksbank's ability to influence the formulation of the regulatory framework that is important for a safe and efficient payment system.
Below are a number of responses to public consultation documents related to financial stability and the financial sector in general.