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The Latest Breaking News from the Financial Conduct Authority

‘Overwhelming’ evidence ex-Barclays CEO was ‘close’ to Epstein, tribunal rules

Jes Staley was fined £1.8 million and banned from holding senior roles in the financial sector by the Financial Conduct Authority in 2023.

Evening Standard · Jun 26, 2025

Ex-Barclays chief loses legal challenge over City ban after Epstein ties

Jes Staley brought a challenge after the Financial Conduct Authority fined him £1.8 million and banned him from top jobs in the sector.

Evening Standard · Jun 26, 2025

First-time buyers and retirees ‘could gain from possible mortgage rule changes’

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a discussion paper on the potential benefits and risks of changing mortgage rules.

Evening Standard · Jun 24, 2025

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First-time buyers and retirees set to gain from possible mortgage rule changes

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a discussion paper

The Independent UK · Jun 24, 2025

Social media giants can ‘get on’ and tackle fraud cases, says City watchdog

The Financial Conduct Authority said fraud was set to become one of the most ‘profound issues’ facing regulators.

Evening Standard · Jun 10, 2025

What is Pisces? What you need to know about new UK stock market for buying shares in private companies

The Financial Conduct Authority has confirmed rules around trading, which should start this year

The Independent UK · Jun 10, 2025

City watchdog to lift ban on some crypto-linked investments for consumers

The Financial Conduct Authority said it was proposing to allow retail investors to access crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs).

Evening Standard · Jun 6, 2025

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Regulators tackle influencers promoting ‘rogue’ financial products as legal action begins

Three arrests have already been made in the UK

The Independent UK · Jun 6, 2025

Crackdown launched on ‘rogue financial promotions’ by some influencers

Many finfluencers act legitimately but others tout products or services illegally and without authorisation, the Financial Conduct Authority said.

Evening Standard · Jun 5, 2025

Struggling mortgage holders warned fake loophole claims could worsen problems

The Financial Conduct Authority is urging households who are struggling with their debts to speak to their lender, who can offer ‘real options’.

Evening Standard · May 30, 2025

FCA unveils plans to remove ‘outdated or duplicated’ insurance rules

The regulator said it will reduce regulatory costs and increase the competitiveness of the UK insurance sector.

Evening Standard · May 13, 2025

Planned changes will make it easier for homeowners to modify their mortgages

Homeowners could find it easier to lower the total cost of their borrowing by reducing their mortgage term

The Independent UK · May 7, 2025

Proposals to make mortgage changes easier, faster and cheaper set out by FCA

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a consultation into its proposals.

Evening Standard · May 7, 2025

The Guardian view on City deregulation: a recipe for recklessness

Editorial: The Treasury seems to think relaxing financial rules will boost growth. There’s little evidence for this idea – and every reason to believe it could exacerbate risks

The Guardian - UK · Apr 20, 2025

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The Independent UK · Apr 11, 2025

Some banks ‘adding to stress’ of bereaved, warns regulator

The Financial Conduct Authority said some banks and building societies have clear policies and procedures but there are areas for improvement.

Evening Standard · Mar 25, 2025

Comparing deals could become easier for financial customers under regulator plan

The Financial Conduct Authority is exploring how firms’ communications can be simplified.

Evening Standard · Mar 18, 2025

First-time buyers look beyond London to get on property ladder

In 2023, 12.7 per cent of first-time buyer mortgages were taken out for homes located in London, down from 16.8 per cent a decade earlier

Evening Standard · Mar 17, 2025

Crispin Odey fined £1.8m and banned from City for ‘lack of integrity’

The Financial Conduct Authority said Mr Odey ‘repeatedly sought to evade and obstruct efforts to hold him to account’.

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Evening Standard · Mar 17, 2025

Crispin Odey: Hedge fund manager fined £1.8million and banned for 'lack of integrity'

The Financial Conduct Authority said Crispin Odey ‘repeatedly sought to evade and obstruct efforts to hold him to account’

The Guardian - UK · Mar 17, 2025

Reeves to outline plan to cut regulation costs and boost growth

Chancellor will meet regulators after calling for action to restrict their scope in bid to save businesses billions

The Guardian - UK · Mar 14, 2025

Bombshells and revelations: how the Jes Staley evidence unfolded

Ex-Barclays CEO’s admission that he had sex with Jeffrey Epstein employee is among details to emerge in court

The Independent UK · Mar 14, 2025

Regulator seeks views on scrapping or increasing £100 contactless card limit

The Financial Conduct Authority said one option put forward is to allow firms to set their own limits.

Evening Standard · Mar 12, 2025

Staff at payments watchdog ‘told on Tuesday that organisation will be abolished’

Boss David Geale told MPs he is ‘hugely proud’ of how staff at the Payment Systems Regulator reacted, having been briefed on Tuesday.

The Guardian - UK · Mar 12, 2025

Top City watchdogs drop new diversity and inclusion rules for firms

FCA and Bank of England’s PRA join retreat from efforts to help underrepresented groups, citing ‘regulatory burdens’

Evening Standard · Mar 12, 2025

FCA drops plans to routinely ‘name and shame’ firms under investigation

The U-turn follows a widespread backlash after the Financial Conduct Authority announced the plans early last year.

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