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Santander considers exit from UK market after 'secret' commission scandal

The Spanish bank is seeking approval to separate its automotive unit from its rest of its banking operations in the country.

ECB publishes indicative operational calendars for 2026

ECB publishes indicative calendars for the Eurosystem’s regular tender operations and reserve maintenance periods for 2026

Consolidating small pension pots ‘could be a gamechanger’

This has created a plethora of small pension pots which are easily forgotten.

CP9/25 – Markets in Financial Instruments Directive Organisational Regulation

The response will be assessed to inform our work as a regulator and central bank, both in the public interest and in the exercise of our official authority.

Understanding Ireland’s upcoming auto-enrolment pension scheme: What employers need to know

In this article, we explain the key aspects of the scheme, outline employer obligations and provide clarity on how it will impact your workforce.

AI through a different lens: what 115 experts taught us about AI innovation

It was the perfect introduction to think about the FCA’s role in AI, and how the regulatory framework we already have in place can support the flourishing of AI in financial services.

DWP's small pot shake-up will boost savings and cut pension costs

This unintended consequence can make retirement saving complicated and may cost savers money.

Dutch to Seek ‘Solution’ to Bank Bonus Cap for Some Staff

That move could be designed to support banks by focusing on some staff, while seeking to mitigate the risk of a public backlash by excluding senior executives, people familiar with the matter said at the time.

Seventy percent cut in capital rules red tape

The proposals do not change the rules about how much capital firms must hold

Oasis ticket scams cost UK fans more than £2 million says Lloyds

Those aged 35 - 44 years old are most likely to be targeted by the ticket fraudsters, making up almost a third (30%) of all cases.

UK’s FCA to open first ever offices in US and Australia

Major international investors ‘want easier access to us’

Update on modification by consent of the Liquidity Coverage Ratio part of the PRA Rulebook – Third Country Covered Bonds

Modification by Consent for Third Country Covered Bonds in the Liquidity Coverage Ratio

Punter Southall ordered to pay £43m over sacking of protection boss

Jersey’s Royal Court has ruled that Daniel Pender, former boss of Punter Southall’s protection business, is due compensation for shares unfairly confiscated from him.

FCA likely to ramp up ongoing advice work if firms fail to act

While at the regulator, he led its supervisory work for the advice sector, including establishing the team overseeing defined benefit (DB) pension transfers.

The EBA updates list of indicators used to perform risk assessments

It will allow competent authorities and users of EBA data to interpret key bank figures in a consistent fashion when conducting their risk assessments and analyses.

Osborne Clarke advises shareholders on sale of Rockhold Asset Management and Lync Wealth Management

Following this transaction, Rockhold will continue to operate under its existing leadership, broadening 7IM's funds and MPS offering, which are a core component of 7IM's growth strategy.

FCA’s targeted support proposals ‘do not go far enough’

Last December, the FCA set out its targeted support proposals to “provide extra support” for millions of UK savers to help them “make better decisions” about their pensions.

FCA launches latest consultation on ‘simplified’ cost disclosures

The FCA said: “This would remove a significant compliance requirement for firms, while ensuring that consumers are still provided with the most relevant information about product transaction costs.

ESMA finalises rules on firms’ order execution policies under MiFID II

In the draft Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) ESMA specifies the rules, with the objective to enhance investment firms’ order execution and foster investor protection.

Individual charged with carrying on an unauthorised business and misleading investors

The FCA alleges that Mr Burford repeatedly misrepresented the value of the funds and the amount of money he had lost while trading.

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