Government scraps plans for new audit regulator
Ministers have abandoned plans to create a new, more powerful audit regulator, the ARGA, leaving reforms in limbo. Discover what this means for UK financial oversight.
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Labour scraps Audit Reform Bill to avoid business costs
The government has shelved the long-awaited Audit Reform Bill, citing cost concerns for large firms. Discover what this means for UK corporate governance and the future of regulation.
UK Water Firms to Get 'MOT Checks' in New Crackdown
UK water companies face new 'MOT checks' and 'no notice' inspections in a major regulatory overhaul to fix failing pipes and sewage spills. The government claims it will save households £125m.
Football Regulator to Open Club Books in 2026
The new Independent Football Regulator will use statutory powers to examine club finances and ownership. Its first 'State of the Game' report, due in 2027, promises the most in-depth review ever. Discover what this means for the English pyramid.
Water Companies Face 'MOTs' in Major Government Overhaul
The government unveils a 'once-in-a-generation' reform plan for England and Wales' water industry, introducing proactive 'MOTs' for companies and a new regulator. Will it restore public trust?
Ex-Entain bosses lose civil case against Gambling Commission
Former Entain executives Kenny Alexander and Lee Feldman have lost their civil claim against the UK Gambling Commission and must pay costs. The pair face separate criminal charges.
UK investigates Grok AI over sexualised imagery
Ofcom launches investigation into Elon Musk's Grok AI tool as experts warn the use of artificial intelligence to harm women is escalating. Discover the scale of the problem.
Exclusive Poll: Brits Lack Trust in Sports Club Owners
Exclusive Ipsos polling reveals just 32% of UK adults trust football or rugby club owners to run clubs sustainably. 90% demand stronger 'fit and proper' tests. Read the full analysis.
Origin Energy Court Case Over 77,000 Alleged Breaches
Origin Energy faces legal action for allegedly overcharging thousands of vulnerable former customers via Centrepay. Read the full details of the regulator's case.
Love Island is UK's most complained-about show in 2025
Ofcom reveals Love Island dominated 2025 complaints over Shakira Khan's treatment. The regulator received thousands of protests but chose not to investigate. Explore the full list.
Premier League decouples financially from EFL pyramid
A new report reveals the Premier League's growing financial split from the EFL, with losses soaring in the Championship. Can the new Independent Football Regulator broker a deal? Read the analysis.
Eating disorder patients face 700-day NHS wait
A new national audit reveals adults in England wait up to 700 days for eating disorder treatment, with a stark disparity between child and adult services. Experts call for urgent action.
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.
Wessex Water hit with £11m sewage enforcement package
Wessex Water must pay an £11m enforcement package for sewage leaks, with shareholders funding the upgrades, not customers. Read the latest on the water sector crackdown.
7am Manchester-London Train Service Saved from Axe
The rail regulator has reinstated the 7am Manchester to London service after public pressure, derailing a trial for 'ghost' trains. Read the latest on UK rail policy and public reaction.
Auditor warns Tower Hamlets Council needs urgent action
External auditors EY have identified ten significant weaknesses at Tower Hamlets Council, warning of a cycle of government intervention without urgent action. The council's leadership says it agrees with the findings.
GPs failing frail elderly patients, watchdog finds
A National Audit Office report reveals GPs are struggling to provide adequate care for older people with frailty, with only 18% assessed for fall risk. Experts blame workload pressures.
Football Regulator to Investigate Bad Owners from Next Week
The new Independent Football Regulator will begin investigating unsuitable club owners from 12 December, with powers to remove them. New era for football governance begins.
Ofwat Blocks Thames Water's Crucial Refinancing Plan
The water regulator Ofwat has delayed Thames Water's vital refinancing, casting doubt on its survival plan. What does this mean for the debt-laden utility and its customers? Read the full analysis.
Middlesex CEO investigated over staff complaint
Middlesex County Cricket Club chief executive Andrew Cornish is under investigation by the Cricket Regulator following a staff misconduct allegation. Learn the latest developments.
Manchester to London train to run empty for months
A popular 7am Avanti West Coast train from Manchester to London will run without passengers for six months. Passengers call the move 'totally ridiculous'. Find out why the rail regulator ordered the change.
Accountancy Body Calls for Audit Reforms After PwC Case
Leading accountancy body ICAEW demands urgent audit reforms as PwC faces scrutiny over WH Smith audits. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation.
Bridgepoint buys crypto services firm for £200m
Private equity giant Bridgepoint strikes £200m deal to acquire majority stake in crypto audit specialist HT Digital. Learn how this signals growing institutional crypto interest.
FCA Executive Director Sarah Mills Resigns from Regulator
Sarah Mills, the FCA's executive director of consumers and competition, has resigned from her role. Discover the implications for UK financial regulation and what's next.
Government can't track £1.4bn consultancy spending
Chancellor Rachel Reeves vows to halve the UK's £1.36bn consultancy bill, but a damning NAO report reveals inconsistent data hinders progress tracking. Discover the fiscal challenge.
WH Smith CEO quits after damning Deloitte audit
WH Smith CEO Carl Cowling resigns following a critical Deloitte audit revealing major operational flaws. Discover how the stock reacted and what's next for the retailer.
Ex-WH Smith Finance Chief Withdraws from Greggs Role
Former WH Smith finance director Robert Moorhead withdraws from Greggs board position following damning audit report. CEO Carl Cowling steps down after profits overstated by £30m.
Audit Quality Confidence Hits 100% Amid Knowledge Gaps
New report reveals 100% satisfaction with audit quality among key UK stakeholders, though clarity on auditor responsibilities is urgently needed. Discover the findings.
Government Risks Missing Housing and Nature Targets
A cross-party committee warns that planning reforms threaten both 1.5 million home target and nature goals. Find out why nature is not the 'blocker'.
Crystal Palace's Steve Parish Eyes Adland Return
Crystal Palace chairman Steve Parish reveals he is considering a return to the advertising industry, but vows to secure the club's future under the new football regulator first. Discover his plans.
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