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Stronachs shortlisted for private client excellence at Scottish Legal Awards 2026

Stronachs LLP’s private client team has once again been shortlisted at the Scottish Legal Awards.

Early Years Funding Scheme: breaking down the rules on extra charges

This follows a high court case on the topic of mandatory extra charges which resulted in the Government revising and tightening its statutory guidance for local authorities last year.

BBVA, Banco Santander and CaixaBank launch Fraudfense Check to strengthen the banking sector’s fight against financial crime

Building on this foundation, the company is launching a service aimed at preventing fraud before it occurs through the secure exchange of information between financial institutions.

DWP increasing state pension payments to £1,930 for those born after 1953

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) is increasing state pension payments to £1,930 for some people next month

Germany seeks Deutsche Börse exemption from EU supervision

Stock exchange would have option to remain under domestic authority as part of new EU markets regime

Swiss Banks Are Quietly Writing Their Own Sanctions Rules — and Russians Are Paying for It

Russia's ambassador says Swiss banks are applying sanctions far beyond their legal text. The country's own Supreme Court has made them mandatory overriding law — and ordinary residents are caught in between.

FCA decides to fine Carlos Ricardo Fuenmayor £99,600 for disclosure failures

The failure to disclose these issues meant that the FCA did not have the opportunity to fully consider Mr Fuenmayor’s fitness and propriety or seek further information.

Court orders appointment of special administrators for Euro Exchange Securities UK Limited

EES agreed it is not in the company’s interests to seek to return to normal trading and will work with the appointed special administrators to ensure client money is returned as quickly as possible.

ECB raises interest rate to tackle inflation surge

The move, which risks placing further strain on the eurozone's weak economy, highlights mounting concern over rising prices.

Monetary policy decisions

This is a downward revision for 2026 and 2027, reflecting a more pronounced impact of the war on commodity markets, real incomes and confidence.

Following the ECB decision: Why Pictet sees "Dovish Hike"

Following the outbreak of war in Iran, there has been a significant upward revision of interest rate expectations.

FCA warns of Coutts clone

Clone firm trying to convince individuals it is genuine, regulator flags

New rules on money laundering and transparency from October

From then on, companies must disclose their beneficial owners to the authorities.

New concierge service and visa scheme unveiled to help Britain’s fastest-growing firms scale and attract talent

Concierge service for business launched as part of mission to bring about the UK's first trillion-dollar firm.

Cross-currency payments between the euro area, Denmark and Sweden go live

The TIPS cross-currency service is a joint initiative of the Eurosystem, Danmarks Nationalbank and Sveriges Riksbank.

Transact launches new trust as advisers prepare for 2027 pension IHT rules

FRT allows a lump-sum gift into a discretionary trust with the option of pre-scheduled capital payments back to the donor.

FCA proposes changes to help more people access mortgages

Its proposed mortgage rule changes would give lenders more flexibility to consider individual circumstances and develop products that better meet people's needs – while maintaining strong consumer protections.

ECB puts the brakes on Revolut's product offensive

In addition, an external review of the risk, compliance, and legal functions was ordered.

The EBA launches Discussion Paper on Pillar 3 Data Hub for small banks

The Discussion Paper outlines the proposed approach for SNCIs, including the methodology for calculating Pillar 3 disclosures on behalf of the institutions.

FCA secures confiscation order against Ponzi scheme fraudster

The confiscation proceedings form part of the FCA’s ongoing work to recover funds for victims of fraudulent investment schemes.

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