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.
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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has raised a major red flag, revealing that a large portion of the nation's finance sector is dangerously reliant on outdated technology, posing a severe threat to operational resilience and consumer protection.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.
Netflix UK Issues Major Update After Devastating Outage
Netflix has broken its silence after a catastrophic technical failure plunged the UK into streaming chaos, leaving subscribers unable to access their favourite shows and films for hours.
Postie's 'Disrespectful' Car Roof Parcel Delivery Sparks Fury
A UK postman faces criticism after a homeowner's CCTV captured him lazily tossing a package onto a car roof instead of delivering it to the door. The resident brands the act 'pure disrespect'.
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.
Belfast Mayor cancels historic 124-year-old church service
Belfast's first Sinn Féin Lord Mayor cancels the historic 'Mayor's Sunday' church service, breaking a 124-year tradition and igniting a fierce political and community debate.
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
Civil Service Graduate Scheme Failing, Warns Report
A damning Institute for Government report reveals the Civil Service's flagship graduate scheme is failing to attract top talent, risking the future of UK policymaking. Discover the critical reforms needed.
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.
Defence Secretary Calls For Mandatory National Service Return
Defence Secretary Barry Davies ignites a national debate by advocating for the return of compulsory National Service, arguing it would instil discipline, bridge social divides, and bolster UK security in an increasingly volatile world.
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.
Microsoft Outlook Email Service Crashes Across Europe
A major Microsoft Outlook and Microsoft 365 email service failure has caused widespread disruption for businesses and users across Europe, with login issues and send/receive errors reported for hours.
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.
FCA Investigates Aberdeen Over Dubai Operations Compliance
The UK's Financial Conduct Authority launches an investigation into Aberdeen's Dubai operations, raising serious questions about oversight in the emirate's burgeoning financial district and compliance with international standards.
Royal Mail fails to deliver one in four first-class letters on time
Shocking new data from Ofcom exposes a severe decline in Royal Mail's performance, with nearly 25% of first-class post failing to arrive on time. The regulator issues a stern warning as service standards plummet across the UK.
Fatah in secret Hezbollah talks, defying Palestinian Authority
In a major shift, the Palestinian Fatah movement has held unprecedented talks with the Lebanese militant group Hezbollah in Beirut, challenging the Palestinian Authority's official stance and potentially reshaping regional alliances.
Fire Union: UK Service Could Fail in 'Hours' in Major Blaze
The Fire Brigades Union has issued an urgent warning that UK fire services are so severely underfunded that a major incident could overwhelm them in 'a matter of hours,' risking public safety.
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