FCA boss blames Treasury, MPs for slowing deregulation push
FCA CEO Nikhil Rathi says government and parliamentary delays are hampering pro-growth financial reforms. He calls for statutory timetables to speed up Treasury approvals.
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Christmas Parking Warning: £1,000 Fine for Pavement Parking
Motorists across the UK are being warned they could face a £1,000 penalty for parking on the pavement outside their homes this festive season. Learn the rules to avoid a costly fine.
Drivers Fined Due to Speed Camera Anomaly
National Highways apologises as a technical fault with variable speed cameras leads to incorrect fines. Affected drivers will be reimbursed and penalty points removed.
Pearson fined £2m for serious exam standards failures
Exam board Pearson hit with £2m in fines for breaches affecting GCSE English, A-Level Chinese, and an online English test. Ofqual acts to protect student trust.
ESG whistleblower Desiree Fixler leaves FCA committee
Desiree Fixler, who exposed alleged greenwashing at DWS, steps down from the FCA's ESG advisory body. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
Bill Kingdom, FCA Architect, Dies at 78
Bill Kingdom, the influential civil servant who shaped the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, has died at 78. Read about his pivotal role in financial regulation.
Victoria Beckham Concealer 'Doesn't Settle' in Lines, Shoppers Rave
Shoppers are raving about Victoria Beckham's 'easy to blend' Concealer Pen with TFC8, which promises not to settle into fine lines. Discover the reviews and top alternatives.
US waives $11m Southwest fine for 2022 holiday chaos
The US government has waived an $11m fine for Southwest Airlines as part of a $140m settlement over its 2022 holiday travel meltdown that stranded over 2 million passengers. Read the full details.
Bianca Censori fined for parking in disabled bay
Bianca Censori, Kanye West's wife, was issued a parking ticket for using a disabled bay in Beverly Hills. The incident follows reports of strict lifestyle rules imposed by the rapper. Read the full story.
Disabled bay painted around parked car, driver fined
A London musician was issued two parking fines after council workers painted a disabled bay around his legally parked Audi in Croydon. He calls it 'madness' and 'bullying'.
London's The Ledbury Tops Harden's 2026 UK Restaurant List
Harden's Restaurant Guide reveals its 2026 rankings, with 38 London eateries in the UK's top 100. Notting Hill's The Ledbury leads the capital's charge in fourth place. Discover the full list.
EU fines X €120m over deceptive blue ticks and ads
Elon Musk's X platform hit with a €120m EU fine for deceptive verification badges and lack of ad transparency under the Digital Services Act. Read the full ruling details.
Regulators Scrap Rulebook to Boost Building Societies
UK regulators have torn up the rulebook for building societies, removing key lending limits to drive growth. Discover how this deregulation will impact mutuals and the housing market.
Regulators announce plan to bolster UK mutuals sector
The Bank of England and FCA join the City Minister in Rochdale to launch a regulatory overhaul and new support unit, aiming to help mutuals and co-operatives grow.
Why 2026 is private markets' regulatory reckoning
A wave of new rules from the FCA, SEC, and ESMA is set to transform private equity and venture capital by 2026. Discover the key changes and how firms must prepare now.
38 London restaurants in UK's top 100 for 2026
London dominates the Harden's Top 100 UK Restaurants list for 2026 with 38 entries. Discover the capital's finest, from The Ledbury to Roketsu, and see how the industry is thriving.
Shadow Chancellor criticises FCA for not investigating Treasury
Shadow Chancellor Mel Stride criticises the FCA for not probing Treasury Budget leaks, warning of a dangerous precedent. Read the full details of the political row.
Michelin-star food delivered by Uber Eats: A £40 review
We review the £40 'Best of British' Michelin-star menu by Tommy Banks, delivered via Uber Eats in London. Was it a luxury treat or expensive takeaway?
FCA won't probe Rachel Reeves over pre-budget briefings
The Financial Conduct Authority has rejected calls for an immediate investigation into Chancellor Rachel Reeves over pre-budget briefings but will review a Treasury leak inquiry. Full story on the market manipulation claims.
Porn site fined £1m by Ofcom over age verification failings
Ofcom has issued a £1m fine to adult website operator AVS for inadequate age checks. New data reveals the impact of the Online Safety Act on protecting children online. Read the full report.
Porn firm fined £1m for weak age checks
AVS Group Ltd hit with a £1m fine plus daily penalties for failing to implement robust age verification. Ofcom demands changes within 72 hours to protect children online.
Apex Group to act as intermediary for LSE Pisces market
The London Stock Exchange's Pisces market moves forward as Apex Group is appointed Registered Auction Agent, verifying investors and ensuring compliance for private company share trading.
FCA opens 'safe space' for AI testing in finance
The FCA launches its first AI live testing scheme with NatWest and Monzo. The initiative aims to ensure safe AI deployment in UK financial markets. Read the full story.
68p lawsuit stalls FCA's bond market modernisation plan
A legal battle over a 68p bid has frozen the FCA's bond market data contract, exposing flaws in procurement and delaying vital reforms. Discover the full story and its implications.
FCA lifts motor finance complaints pause ahead of schedule
The City watchdog has ended the freeze on motor finance complaints earlier than planned. Discover the new deadlines and the multi-billion pound implications for lenders and consumers.
Holly Willoughby fined over moped collision in London
TV presenter Holly Willoughby has been fined and given penalty points after admitting driving without due care in a collision that injured a moped rider in Barnes. Read the full details.
JP Jenkins & Sapphire Partner on Pisces Market
JP Jenkins partners with Sapphire Capital, leveraging its new Pisces licence to offer liquidity for private firms like Moju. A major step for UK's private share trading.
Woman faces £1k fine for wrong way tube escalator walk
A London commuter has pleaded not guilty after being charged with walking the wrong way on a TfL escalator, in a case that could see her fined up to £1,000. Read the full story.
FCA to regulate ESG ratings providers in UK
The Financial Conduct Authority will now oversee ESG ratings agencies to tackle transparency and conflict of interest concerns. A consultation is open until March 2026.
Arsenal fined £25k for six bookings in Chelsea draw
Arsenal are set for a hefty FA fine after receiving six yellow cards in their fiery 1-1 draw with 10-man Chelsea at Stamford Bridge. Discover the disciplinary details and manager reactions.
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