Brent Council has paid nearly £10,000 in compensation after a Local Government Ombudsman investigation found it failed to provide a disabled teenager with vital educational therapies for over a year.
A North London mother received £5,250 compensation after Brent Council's errors left her and her children without a home for over a year. Read the full Ombudsman report.
HSBC concludes its search for a new chair, while Citigroup reshuffles its UK investment banking leadership. Get the latest on major moves in London's financial sector.
A West London council has apologised and paid £250 to a domestic abuse victim after a watchdog found poor communication caused her 'frustration and uncertainty' over her housing situation.
A father of seven died without knowing his true prognosis after hospital failings. The health ombudsman found a 'worrying lack of accountability'. Read the full investigation.
A new digital business account from Allica Bank offers high interest on idle cash and cashback, potentially earning firms £10,000 a year. Discover how to boost your bottom line effortlessly.
HSBC appoints Brendan Nelson as chair after a turbulent search. The move follows a major leadership reshuffle and a strategic pivot towards Asia. Read the full story.
Barclays CEO CS Venkatakrishnan says traditional banks must learn from fintechs like Revolut, which hit a $75bn valuation. He highlights innovation and regulatory contrasts. Read the full analysis.
Rothschild & Co strengthens its UK investment bank with a key hire from Barclays, signalling a push in European advisory services. Discover the strategic implications.
UN experts accuse housing giant L&Q of failing tenants' human rights after a disabled man endured four ceiling collapses and severe damp in his London flat. Read the shocking details.
BNP Paribas taps Barclays veteran James Rushton to spearhead its UK infrastructure finance expansion, signalling a major push in the competitive sector. Discover the strategic move.
Mitcham will get a shared banking hub in 2026 after a successful community campaign overturned an initial rejection, restoring vital face-to-face services. Read the full story.
JPMorgan recruits former Goldman Sachs managing director, Stefano Biscaldi, to lead its European financial sponsors group. Discover the strategic move shaping investment banking.
Revolut faces scrutiny after failing to inform UK watchdogs that CEO Nik Storonsky shifted his residency to the UAE. The fintech giant insists the move doesn't affect management.
HSBC has signed a deal with French AI firm Mistral to deploy its large language models across the bank, aiming to boost efficiency and internal tool development. Read more.
Guardian columnist Tim Dowling recounts his frustrating ordeal with a bank helpline that mistakenly identified him as elderly and confused. A cautionary tale for anyone navigating automated customer service.
RBC Capital Markets strengthens its European healthcare division with key hires as Mayer Brown announces 36 partner promotions globally. Discover the strategic moves shaping finance and legal sectors.
US financial regulators confirm serious investigation into banking executives including Jes Staley over alleged facilitation of Jeffrey Epstein's criminal activities through banking access.
JP Morgan commits to a new £3bn Canary Wharf headquarters after UK government assurances on pro-business policies. The project promises major economic benefits for London.
Global trading giant Jane Street has provided its UK subsidiary with £500m in fresh capital, significantly expanding its British operations and market presence. Discover the strategic implications.
Westminster Council pauses Pimlico District Heating upgrade until 2026 following resident protests and Energy Ombudsman intervention. Discover what this means for 3,300 homes.
Major banks including UBS, Citi and HSBC are implementing artificial intelligence to transform operations and improve client services. Discover how AI is reshaping finance.
New data reveals UK first-time home buying is the most affordable since 2015. Lower mortgage rates and rising wages ease the burden. Discover the regional trends and expert advice.
UK banks face an £86m Financial Ombudsman Service levy as Treasury reforms cost £8m. Motor finance cases to surge 300% under new crackdown. Discover how this affects financial services.
HMP Wandsworth staff delivered substandard CPR to dying inmate Peter Honnor, 55, with delays in emergency response and inadequate medical care revealed in watchdog report.
JP Morgan unveils a new £3bn Canary Wharf headquarters as Goldman Sachs expands in Birmingham, signalling a major vote of confidence in the UK economy. Discover the details.
Goldman Sachs announces major expansion of its Birmingham office, creating 500 new roles in the UK's second city. Discover how this investment boosts regional employment.
A North London man's ceiling collapsed after Camden Council failed over 10 times to fix a leak. The Housing Ombudsman found severe service failures. Read the full investigation.
Investment bank Jefferies establishes new fixed income desk in London as part of outsourced trading expansion. Discover how this strategic move impacts UK financial markets.
A West London mother receives £5,675 compensation after Ealing Council's failures left her disabled child without education and therapy for months. Discover the full investigation findings.