FCA censures Admiral over PPI complaint mishandling
The Financial Conduct Authority has publicly censured Admiral Insurance for systematically mishandling PPI complaints, failing to properly investigate claims, and unfairly rejecting customers.
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FCA pays £30k after Ombudsman ruling over misleading advice
The Financial Conduct Authority has been ordered to pay compensation after the Financial Ombudsman Service ruled it gave 'unclear and misleading' advice to a customer of Admiral Insurance.
Cash Crisis: 53% of UK's Free ATMs Vanish Since 2018
Exclusive investigation reveals Britain's alarming cash access crisis as free ATMs disappear and bank branches shut down, hitting vulnerable communities hardest. Regulatory action demanded.
Council bankrupt over £50m relief road that never existed
Shropshire Council faces financial collapse after investing millions in a relief road project that was never built, with leader revealing devastating impact on local services.
Trump Deploys National Guard to Memphis in Political Showdown
Former President Donald Trump has ordered a controversial deployment of the Tennessee National Guard to Memphis, directly challenging the city's Democratic leadership and igniting a fierce constitutional debate over states' rights and federal authority.
Trump Demands Bail Slashed, Claims It Blocks Subway Access
Donald Trump erupts at New York officials, claiming his $454 million fraud bail prevents him from using the city's subway system and is a 'form of Navalny.' Governor Hochul faces calls to intervene.
Ryanair Cleared by CAA in 'Hidden Fees' Investigation
Ryanair has been cleared by the UK's Civil Aviation Authority after a major investigation into 'hidden fee' claims. The budget airline hits back, defending its transparent pricing model. Full details inside.
Aldi 'Told to Behave' By Watchdog Over Misleading Prices
Aldi faces a stern reprimand from the UK's competition watchdog for potentially misleading 'price reduction' claims, sparking a major conversation about supermarket pricing transparency.
Steve Biko Death Inquest Dramatically Reopened in South Africa
In a landmark move, South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority has reopened the inquest into the 1977 death of Steve Biko, the iconic anti-apartheid activist. Discover the new evidence that could finally deliver justice.
Lloyds fined £3.9m over customer treatment failings
The Financial Conduct Authority has slapped Lloyds Banking Group with a hefty £3.9 million penalty for serious failures in its mortgage and loan support for customers in financial difficulty.
FCA: UK Finance's Old Tech Poses 'Significant' Risk
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority has raised a major red flag, revealing that a large portion of the nation's finance sector is dangerously reliant on outdated technology, posing a severe threat to operational resilience and consumer protection.
South Africa Reopens Steve Biko Inquest After 48 Years
Nearly five decades after anti-apartheid activist Steve Biko died in police custody, South Africa's National Prosecuting Authority has ordered a fresh inquest into his death, reopening one of the regime's most notorious cases.
UK Watchdog Demands Google Break Up Ad Tech Business
The UK's Competition and Markets Authority has issued a landmark provisional ruling, finding Google's ad tech dominance harms competition and consumers. The tech giant now faces the stark choice of a forced breakup or major divestments.
30M UK Drivers Owed Billions in Car Finance Scandal
A seismic investigation by the FCA into discretionary commission arrangements could see millions of British motorists claim compensation for unfairly inflated car finance payments. Here's how to check if you're affected.
Starmer Confronts Abbas Over Hamas in Tense London Meeting
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer challenged Palestinian Authority President Mahmoud Abbas on Hamas's October 7th attacks during a private London meeting, while Shadow Home Secretary Yvette Cooper faced criticism for her absence from the talks.
Teacher jailed for affair with student turned nanny
A former high school teacher from Connecticut has been sentenced to prison for a disturbing sexual relationship with a former student she later hired as a nanny, a case that has shattered professional boundaries.
Ryanair Accused of Undermining Passenger Compensation Rights
Former Shadow Minister Heidi Alexander calls out Ryanair for its handling of EU261 compensation claims, urging the CAA to investigate potential passenger rights violations.
Reform UK to Strip FCA of Banking Powers if Elected
Reform UK announces radical manifesto pledge to abolish the Financial Conduct Authority's power to regulate banks, promising a bonfire of red tape for the financial sector.
Trump Defence Demands Pentagon Records in Classified Docs Case
Donald Trump's legal team has launched an aggressive new motion, demanding extensive records from the US Department of Defence. The move aims to prove the former President's authority to designate documents as personal, potentially derailing the Mar-a-Lag
FCA Warning: Banks Failing Savers on Interest Rates
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority has uncovered a major failure by UK banks to pass on interest rate rises to savers, disproportionately harming vulnerable and older customers. Discover the findings and what it means for your money.
Martha's Vineyard Fury Over Steep Ferry Price Hikes
Outrage erupts on the exclusive island of Martha's Vineyard as residents face a sudden and steep increase in ferry fares to Massachusetts, threatening local livelihoods and sparking accusations of corporate greed.
Supreme Court rejects pothole injury claim against council
The UK Supreme Court has dismissed an appeal from a Kirkcaldy man seeking to sue Dundee City Council for a knee injury sustained from a pothole, setting a significant legal precedent for personal injury claims against local authorities.
US halts new Palestine passport visa approvals
The Biden administration suspends visa approvals for Palestinian Authority passport holders, citing security concerns. The move marks a significant tightening of US immigration policy and has drawn immediate criticism from rights groups.
Epping Forest Council declares 'independence' from government
In a bold political statement, Epping Forest District Council has symbolically declared independence from the UK government in protest against chronic underfunding and the 'broken' council tax system, vowing to withhold part of its payments.
PA Dems march 110 miles to protest transit funding crisis
Pennsylvania Democrats, led by Rep. Nick Pisciottano, marched 110 miles to the state capitol in a high-stakes protest against crippling public transport cuts, demanding urgent action to avert a fiscal cliff.
US Denies Visa to Palestinian UN Envoy, Barring Assembly Attendance
The United States has blocked a visa for the Palestinian Authority's UN envoy, preventing his attendance at the General Assembly. The move sparks accusations of political interference and raises tensions in a critical diplomatic period.
Singapore censors US comedian's Palestine jokes
Exclusive: American comedian Sammy Obeid's show in Singapore was shut down by authorities for jokes about Palestine, sparking a fierce debate on censorship and free speech in the city-state.
FCA Reviews Rules as Top Enforcer Joins Hedge Fund
The Financial Conduct Authority launches an urgent review into its conflict of interest policies after its former head of enforcement, Therese Chambers, takes a senior role at a US hedge fund, raising serious concerns about the City's 'revolving door' cul
Protesters Storm Palestinian Authority HQ in Ramallah
Furious protesters have stormed the Palestinian Authority's compound in Ramallah, demanding the resignation of President Mahmoud Abbas amid soaring tensions with Israel.
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