Regulation

‘Simple’ financial product recommendations outlined

A government steering group has published recommendations for ‘simple' financial products. Mark Hoban, Financial Secretary...

Turkish Bank fined for money laundering failings

The FSA has fined Turkish Bank (UK) Ltd (TBUK) £294,000 for breaching the Money...

Consumer Panel wants “smarter, faster and bolder” regulator

The Financial Services Consumer Panel has made six recommendations it views as essential if...

Advisers more worried by costs than RDR

Advisers believe regulatory costs are more likely to have a greater impact on future...

FSA cancel’s intermediary’s permissions

Simon Wood, trading as Wood Associates Independent Financial Services, has had his Part IV...

EU to criminalise interest rate manipulation

The European Commission has moved to make interest-rate manipulation a crime across the EU....

AMI criticises FSCS funding proposals

The Association of Mortgage Intermediaries has reacted unfavourably to the FSA's consultation proposals for...

FSA consults on new FSCS funding model

The FSA has proposed changes to the funding of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme...

After the Olympics: RDR!

We are but days away from an event that has been seven years in...

Broker whacked with one of FSA’s largest insurance fraud fines

The FSA has banned and fined a former commercial insurance broker who used clients’...

Incoming FCA boss to keynote at AIFA dinner

Martin Wheatley, managing director of the FSA, and soon to be the CEO of...

BSA wants action over “bogus” PPI claims

The Building Societies Association (BSA) wants the Ministry of Justice to be given ‘teeth’...

Regulator told to improve outcomes for people

Adam Phillips, Consumer Panel chair, has called for the FSA and its successors to...

Defaqto publications gain CII accreditation for CPD

Defaqto's publications are now recognised as contributing to the continuing professional development (CPD) of...

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Credit search vs credit scoring

The terms credit score and credit check are often used interchangeably by consumers, many of whom assume they mean the same thing. Yet understanding...

It’s not just about work/life balance

Firstly, it was good to get feedback on last month’s blog on technology from several people, and to see a spin-off follow-up blog from...

The value of building societies: 250 years of mutual success

A key anniversary reflects how far the building society movement has come — and how individual societies like Hinckley & Rugby continue to deliver At...

2025: The year of CX

In financial services, customer experience (CX) is no longer a secondary concern – it’s the key to sustainable growth and client retention. With the...

Caffeine & Cortisol: Are your daily habits fuelling stress & fatigue?

For many professionals in your industry, caffeine is a daily ritual. Whether it's a morning coffee, an afternoon pick-me-up, or a late-night boost to...

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Account executive joins Howden’s south Wales team

Howden has appointed Sian England as account executive. England has been working in the corporate...

Connells Group reports solid financial performance for 2024

Connells Group has reported profits before tax exceeding £60 million for 2024, marking a...

FCA updates on enforcement transparency

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has provided an update on its enforcement transparency proposals,...

The Cumberland partners with Uinsure

The Cumberland has teamed up with Uinsure and will now use the fintech to...