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Buy now, pay later consumer protections proposed by Financial Conduct Authority

Borrowers will have more transparency over their loans and be able to complain to the ombudsman if something goes wrong, under the proposals.

Evening Standard

Use buy now pay later? Expert tips to avoid getting into debt

New proposals by the Financial Conduct Authority will give buy now pay later shoppers more protection

The Independent UK

Barclays fined £42m by watchdog over money laundering checks

The Financial Conduct Authority fines relate to separate failings linked to the WealthTek and Stunt & Co businesses.

Evening Standard

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Car finance: Drivers using claims firms could face 36% add-on charge on compensation payouts

As the FCA warns over claims firms, here are the options if you’ve been a victim of motor loan mis-selling

The Guardian - UK

Major bank fined £21m after allowing customers to register from Buckingham Palace and Downing Street

The FCA said Monzo’s financial fraud systems and controls ‘failed to keep pace’ with its rapid growth in customers numbers in recent years.

The Independent UK

City watchdog extends rules on bullying and harassment across financial sector

The Financial Conduct Authority said serious incidents qualify as misconduct under its rules across the industry.

Evening Standard

More people could get help to navigate their financial lives, says regulator

The Financial Conduct Authority is aiming to reduce the ‘advice gap’ so that people have timely access to the help they need.

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‘Overwhelming’ evidence ex-Barclays CEO was ‘close’ to Epstein, tribunal rules

Jes Staley was fined £1.8 million and banned from holding senior roles in the financial sector by the Financial Conduct Authority in 2023.

Evening Standard

Ex-Barclays chief loses legal challenge over City ban after Epstein ties

Jes Staley brought a challenge after the Financial Conduct Authority fined him £1.8 million and banned him from top jobs in the sector.

Evening Standard

First-time buyers and retirees ‘could gain from possible mortgage rule changes’

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a discussion paper on the potential benefits and risks of changing mortgage rules.

Evening Standard

First-time buyers and retirees set to gain from possible mortgage rule changes

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a discussion paper

The Independent UK

Social media giants can ‘get on’ and tackle fraud cases, says City watchdog

The Financial Conduct Authority said fraud was set to become one of the most ‘profound issues’ facing regulators.

Evening Standard

What is Pisces? What you need to know about new UK stock market for buying shares in private companies

The Financial Conduct Authority has confirmed rules around trading, which should start this year

The Independent UK

City watchdog to lift ban on some crypto-linked investments for consumers

The Financial Conduct Authority said it was proposing to allow retail investors to access crypto exchange-traded notes (ETNs).

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The Independent UK

Regulators tackle influencers promoting ‘rogue’ financial products as legal action begins

Three arrests have already been made in the UK

Evening Standard

Crackdown launched on ‘rogue financial promotions’ by some influencers

Many finfluencers act legitimately but others tout products or services illegally and without authorisation, the Financial Conduct Authority said.

Evening Standard

Struggling mortgage holders warned fake loophole claims could worsen problems

The Financial Conduct Authority is urging households who are struggling with their debts to speak to their lender, who can offer ‘real options’.

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FCA unveils plans to remove ‘outdated or duplicated’ insurance rules

The regulator said it will reduce regulatory costs and increase the competitiveness of the UK insurance sector.

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Proposals to make mortgage changes easier, faster and cheaper set out by FCA

The Financial Conduct Authority has launched a consultation into its proposals.

The Independent UK

Planned changes will make it easier for homeowners to modify their mortgages

Homeowners could find it easier to lower the total cost of their borrowing by reducing their mortgage term

The Guardian - UK

The Guardian view on City deregulation: a recipe for recklessness

Editorial: The Treasury seems to think relaxing financial rules will boost growth. There’s little evidence for this idea – and every reason to believe it could exacerbate risks

The Independent UK

Some banks ‘adding to stress’ of bereaved, warns regulator

The Financial Conduct Authority said some banks and building societies have clear policies and procedures but there are areas for improvement.

Evening Standard

Comparing deals could become easier for financial customers under regulator plan

The Financial Conduct Authority is exploring how firms’ communications can be simplified.

Evening Standard

First-time buyers look beyond London to get on property ladder

In 2023, 12.7 per cent of first-time buyer mortgages were taken out for homes located in London, down from 16.8 per cent a decade earlier

Evening Standard

Crispin Odey fined £1.8m and banned from City for ‘lack of integrity’

The Financial Conduct Authority said Mr Odey ‘repeatedly sought to evade and obstruct efforts to hold him to account’.

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