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Former Jefferies Banker Pleads Not Guilty to Insider Dealing
A former Jefferies banker and his associate have pleaded not guilty to insider dealing charges linked to a £70k profit. Their trial is scheduled for January 2028. Read the full details.
FCA fines ex-Carillion directors for misleading investors
The FCA has fined two former Carillion directors over £370,000 for failing to alert investors to serious financial problems before the firm's 2018 collapse. Read the full details.
Carillion finance directors fined by FCA for market abuse
The FCA has fined former Carillion finance directors Richard Adam and Zafar Khan a total of £371,700 for making misleading statements. Read the full details of the City watchdog's crackdown.
Albert Bridge fines hit £2.5m in 14 months
A West London bridge has generated over £2.6m in fines from drivers ignoring a 3-tonne weight limit. Discover why this 'Trembling Lady' is a council cash cow.
Bromley parking wardens strike over pay dispute
Civil Enforcement Officers in Bromley are striking for four days, halting parking fines. They demand £17 an hour, but APCOA offers £13. The council blames the contractor.
Mandatory Eye Tests Proposed for Over-70s Drivers
The UK government's new road safety strategy, to be published Wednesday, proposes mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 and higher fines for uninsured motorists. Aim: cut road deaths 65% by 2035.
Government Plans New Road Rules for Over-70s Drivers
UK government to unveil road safety strategy with mandatory eye tests for over-70s and higher fines for uninsured drivers. Aim: cut road deaths by 65% by 2035.
Over-70s could face driving ban without eye tests
UK government plans mandatory eye tests for drivers over 70 to improve road safety. New strategy aims to cut deaths by 65% by 2035. Read the full details.
FCA ends private equity consolidation probe with no action
The Financial Conduct Authority concludes its investigation into private equity-backed advice firms without enforcement action. Discover the details and regulatory implications.
FCA to oversee law firms in money laundering crackdown
UK law firms brace for a major anti-money laundering overhaul as the FCA takes over regulation. Sharper penalties and stricter scrutiny aim to clean up the UK's £100bn dirty money reputation ahead of a 2027 FATF review.
55% of UK Savers Use AI for Financial Guidance
New research reveals a surge in Brits using ChatGPT for investment decisions, averaging £2,350 per user. Discover the risks and regulatory changes shaping this trend.
Motor Finance Scandal: FCA's £11bn Scheme Faces Backlash
The FCA's motor finance redress scheme faces fierce criticism from both banks and consumer groups. With £11bn at stake and a potential legal battle looming, find out what happens next in 2026.
TfL issues 61,363 fare evasion fines in 2025
Transport for London has issued a staggering 61,363 Penalty Fare Notices to ticket evaders in 2025. Discover the monthly breakdown and TfL's strategy to halve evasion by 2030.
Staley and Summers named in Epstein will documents
Newly released court documents reveal former Barclays CEO Jes Staley and ex-US Treasury Secretary Larry Summers were appointed as executors of Jeffrey Epstein's estate. Explore the details and implications.
11 PE-Backed Firms Fail UK Climate Disclosure Rules
A new report identifies 11 portfolio companies owned by major private equity firms as non-compliant with UK mandatory climate-related financial disclosures. Discover the firms involved and the regulatory implications.
FCA lifts £100 contactless card payment limit
The UK's financial regulator will allow banks to set their own contactless payment limits from March 2025, removing the £100 cap. Consumers may also set personal limits.
£100 Contactless Card Limit Scrapped in UK
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit will be removed next year, allowing banks to set their own maximums. Find out what this means for your spending and security.
WH Smith Investigated by FCA Over Accounting Woes
The Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into WH Smith following accounting errors in its US division. CEO resigns as profit forecasts are slashed.
FCA Scraps £100 Contactless Cap, Banks Set Own Limits
The UK's financial watchdog will let banks set their own contactless payment limits from March 2025, scrapping the £100 cap. Find out how this could boost high street spending.
FCA increases scrutiny of home and travel insurers
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority will intensify oversight of home and travel insurance markets following a formal super-complaint from Which? over poor claims handling and unfair terms. Read the latest.
London road rage warning as Christmas exodus begins
New research reveals London drivers are most likely to panic in road rage incidents during the pre-Christmas rush. Experts warn distracted driving could lead to fines up to £5,000 and 9 penalty points. Learn five key strategies to stay safe.
Thousands of school run parking fines could be void
A tribunal victory for a driver over inadequate signage threatens to invalidate over 25,000 fines worth £678,690 issued under Medway Council's School Streets scheme. Discover if your fine could be challenged.
UK-US Tech Deal Not Dead, Starmer Office Insists
Downing Street claims 'active conversations' continue on the stalled $40bn Tech Prosperity Deal, as Trump threatens penalties against European tech firms. Read the latest on the transatlantic tech standoff.
FCA overhaul could end mandatory annual reviews
The FCA's Consumer Duty overhaul may free wealth managers from rigid annual reviews, focusing on client needs. Discover the future of financial advice in the UK.
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.
Speed camera error leads to thousands of incorrect fines
A technical fault with variable speed cameras has led to thousands of incorrect fines since 2021. Find out if you're affected and what action is being taken.
Landowner sends Lime £8k bill over dumped e-bikes
A London property firm has invoiced Lime nearly £8,000 for removing e-bikes from its private land, escalating the capital's battle with dockless bike clutter. Read the full story.
Software glitch triggers thousands of incorrect speeding fines
A technical fault with variable speed cameras could see thousands of fines cancelled. National Highways apologises as police halt prosecutions and promise refunds.
Croydon market traders plead for free parking to boost trade
Traders at Croydon's historic Surrey Street Market say £60 parking fines are driving customers away. They are petitioning the council for 30 minutes of free parking to revitalise the struggling town centre.
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