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.
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.
UK drivers face stubbornly high fuel prices despite a drop in oil costs. We examine the clash between retailers and regulators, and when a new price transparency scheme might help.
Tim Levene, CEO of Augmentum Fintech, voices significant concerns over the UK's proposed private share trading scheme, highlighting liquidity and valuation challenges for investors.
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.
The prison population in England and Wales is now projected to reach 100,000 by March 2030, a year later than expected. New MoJ data cites policy changes and early releases easing the immediate crisis.
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.
Exclusive: The NDIS is set for a sweeping overhaul, with participants' support plans to be assessed by a computer. Advocates warn of a 'nightmare scenario' and ask: did we learn nothing from Robodebt?
Key promoter Rodney Burton claims in US court he was duped by an 'elaborate deception' orchestrated by Australian Sam Lee in the alleged HyperVerse Ponzi scheme. Read the latest developments.
The Albanese government is set to reveal a new east coast gas reservation scheme, facing calls from unions and manufacturers to target exporters and lower prices now. Read the latest.
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.
Australians on the NDIS will have no independent avenue to challenge funding decisions under a new system, a Senate estimates hearing has been told. Learn the implications.
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.
Plans to automate NDIS funding decisions could mirror the robodebt disaster, threatening essential support for people with complex disabilities. Learn why human oversight is vital.
New Motability changes will remove suitable vehicles and scrap £300m in tax reliefs, hitting disabled users' independence. Critics call the policy 'deeply cynical'.
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.
Paragon Banking Group's CEO Nigel Terrington signals acquisition plans following a key regulatory reform. The lender's results show profit growth but rising provisions for motor finance and development loans.
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.
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.
A new report reveals that mandatory reuse and return systems could drastically cut plastic waste within 15 years. Discover how policy change can drive a circular economy.
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.
A complete guide to the UK's Motability scheme. Learn who is eligible, what benefits are included, and the latest changes announced in the Budget. Find out if you can lease a vehicle.
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.
Investors warn of 'deep structural issues' causing a slump in solar and wind farm investment, threatening Australia's 2030 renewable energy targets. Read the full analysis.
Donald Trump has granted clemency to David Gentile, a private equity executive convicted for a massive $1.6 billion fraud scheme. Discover the full story behind this controversial pardon.
SNP demands FCA investigation into Treasury's £20bn fiscal hole claims as OBR reveals no shortfall existed. Read the latest on Budget controversy.
Ryanair has cancelled its Prime subscription service after eight months, citing unsustainable costs as customer discounts exceeded revenue. Find out what this means for existing members.
Small retrofit firms demand extension to insulation scheme as cuts threaten 10,000 skilled jobs and leave low-income households facing winter without upgrades. Urgent action needed.
Rachel Reeves targets Motability scheme in budget, removing tax breaks for premium vehicles after rightwing social media campaign. Disability groups condemn lack of consultation.
London sees 38% surge in teen radicalisation cases linked to TikTok and Instagram. Police reveal warning signs and how parents can protect children from extremist content online.
Ryanair closes its Prime membership club after just eight months, revealing customers gained over €6m in benefits while the airline made only €4.4m in subscription revenue.