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More people should be helped to access cover for financial shocks, says FCA

Over half of adults do not hold a pure protection product even though many could benefit from them, the FCA said.

Evening Standard

Mortgage costs ‘shock’ for borrowers as nearly 1m five-year deals end soon

Many homeowners taking out fixed deals in 2021 will have been on ultra-low rates and could now see their costs jump, Compare the Market warned.

Evening Standard

Mortgage costs ‘shock’ for almost one million as fixed-rate deal ends

Borrowers will need to factor in the overall cost of the mortgage, including fees, as well as the rate

The Independent UK

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Scams are impersonating government aid - here’s how to spot the fakes

Official communications will never try to rush you into taking action - language around that should be a big red flag

The Independent UK

UK exposed to ‘serious harm’ by failure to tackle AI risks, MPs warn

Government, Bank of England and FCA criticised for taking ‘wait-and-see’ approach to AI use in financial sector

The Guardian - UK

UK financial system ‘may not be prepared enough for major AI-related incidents’

The Treasury Select Committee said it had received a ‘significant volume of evidence’ about AI’s risks to financial services consumers.

Evening Standard

Is getting financial advice worth the money you pay?

If you’re uncertain about your future then getting expert advice might be a massive help but be certain what you’re paying for

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FCA fines two former Carillion directors for misleading investors before collapse

Richard Adam and Zafar Khan knew about serious problems but failed to alert the market, UK regulator finds

The Guardian - UK

Two former Carillion finance directors fined by FCA over misleading statements

The Financial Conduct Authority said it had fined Richard Adam and Zafar Khan £232,800 and £138,900 respectively.

Evening Standard

Claims firm investigated by watchdog over car finance sales tactics

The FCA has repeatedly said consumers do not need to use a claims management company or a law firm to access its scheme.

Evening Standard

Number of mortgaged first-time buyers ‘up by nearly a fifth’ in 2025

Yorkshire Building Society estimated there were 18 per cent more first-time buyer mortgage transactions last year than in 2024

Evening Standard

UK law firms get ready for crackdown on money laundering

Harsher penalties and a ‘reshaping’ of the sector predicted when Financial Conduct Authority takes over as regulator

The Guardian - UK

Majority of investors planning to boost portfolios in 2026, survey finds

Scottish Widows commissioned a survey of more than 1,000 UK investors with a minimum of £100,000 in investable assets, who have a pension.

Evening Standard

Jes Staley and Larry Summers made executors of Jeffrey Epstein’s estate, files reveal

Former Barclays boss and ex-US Treasury secretary named in versions of will of convicted child sex offender

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Major payment shake up could make Apple Pay redundant in the UK

The contactless payment limit is set to change from March 2026, with banks and card providers given more flexibility.

The Guardian - UK

What will happen when the £100 contactless card limit is scrapped?

Watchdog says banks will be able to respond to changing consumer demands, inflation and new technology

The Guardian - UK

UK contactless card limit of £100 to be scrapped from 19 March

Under changes revealed by regulator, banks and card providers encouraged to set their own maximums

The Guardian - UK

WH Smith tries to recover bonuses from ex-bosses as watchdog investigates accounting error

Retailer targets £7m in bonuses as FCA examines scandal in North American arm

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The Independent UK

£100 contactless card payment limit to be scrapped

The new rule changes will come into effect from 19 March

Evening Standard

Firms could set own contactless card limits under changes planned by regulator

The Financial Conduct Authority’s rule changes will take effect from March 19.

The Independent UK

FCA will expand work to improve standards in home and travel insurance markets

The regulator was responding to a super-complaint made by Which? in September.

Evening Standard

FCA prepared to tweak car loan compensation scheme after pushback, boss says

The Financial Conduct Authority’s consultation on its proposed motor finance redress scheme closed last week, with more than 1,000 responses.

The Independent UK

Why getting a mortgage is about to become easier

Later-life borrowers and first-time buyers are among those who could benefit from relaxed rules

International Business Times UK

Are You Affected? Fury as Major Banks Axe 311 Branches Ahead of Christmas

Major banks are set to close 311 branches in the run-up to Christmas, triggering anger from customers and campaigners who warn the move will leave communities without vital face-to-face banking services.

The Conversation

Buy now, panic later is the new holiday ritual – stopping it won’t be easy

The holiday season brings celebration and gift-giving, but it also ushers in something less festive: financial stress. In the UK, retailers now shape much of the spending calendar, with Black Friday one of the busiest shopping events of the year.

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