Martin Lewis warns drivers over car finance deals
Martin Lewis advises drivers to hold off on new car finance deals as the FCA investigates mis-selling. Find out your rights and potential compensation.
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Contactless card payment limit scrapped from March 2026
The FCA is removing the £100 contactless payment cap. Experts warn of fraud risks and urge banks to offer personal controls. Learn what this means for your wallet.
Contactless payment limits set for major overhaul
The UK's £100 contactless payment limit is set for a shake-up as banks gain power to set their own caps from March 2026. Discover how this change could affect your daily spending.
FCA to let banks set their own contactless payment limits
UK banks can soon set custom contactless limits. New FCA rules from March 19 aim to boost convenience while keeping fraud protections. Discover how this affects your spending.
FCA acts on Which? super-complaint over insurance standards
The UK's financial watchdog is ramping up action to improve claims handling and sales transparency in home and travel insurance following a formal complaint by Which?. Discover the regulator's plan.
UK Banks Pledge to Keep Branches Open Until 2030
FCA chief Nikhil Rathi tells MPs of a commercial shift as HSBC and Nationwide commit to maintaining branches. Discover the future of face-to-face banking and cash access in the UK.
Car finance compensation deadline moved to May 2026
Millions of UK drivers could claim up to £700 as the FCA accelerates its car finance compensation scheme. Find out if you're eligible and how to claim for free.
Starmer backs Budget as Reeves faces scrutiny
Keir Starmer supports the Budget while Rachel Reeves faces scrutiny over pre-Budget deficit claims. Opposition calls for FCA investigation into fiscal forecasts.
FCA investigates WH Smith over £600m accounting error
City watchdog makes inquiries into WH Smith accounting blunder that wiped £600m off value. Retailer shifts focus to travel hubs after high street sale.
FCA Warning: £500 Mortgage Notes Are Worthless
The FCA warns mortgage holders against 'golden ticket' promissory notes costing £500+ that fail to clear debts. Struggling borrowers should contact lenders directly for real help.
FCA calls for stronger grip on tech firms after outage
The FCA warns that the UK must strengthen oversight of critical tech providers like Amazon after a major cloud outage disrupted banks. Read the full analysis.
Starling Bank Faces FCA Probe Over Financial Crime Controls
Exclusive: The digital challenger bank Starling faces regulatory scrutiny as the FCA investigates potential financial crime control failures. Learn how this affects customers and the bank's future.
Martin Lewis Launches Car Finance Claim Tool Amid Scandal
Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis unveils free calculator helping millions potentially claim thousands from car finance mis-selling scandal. FCA investigation ongoing.
Bank regulators probe false social media rumours
UK financial regulators investigate coordinated social media campaigns spreading misinformation about bank stability, urging public vigilance against false claims.
FCA's £4bn Car Finance Scheme 'Robbing Victims'
Exclusive: The Financial Conduct Authority's proposed compensation scheme for the car finance mis-selling scandal faces massive backlash for potentially short-changing victims out of billions.
UK Banking Crisis: Customers Report Empty Accounts
Thousands of British banking customers face financial chaos as Santander, Barclays and Halifax experience severe technical failures causing accounts to show zero balances and disappearing transactions.
Lloyds & Santander Face Treasury Car Finance Probe
Exclusive: The Treasury Committee intensifies its investigation into discretionary commission arrangements, now targeting major banks including Lloyds and Santander over car finance practices.
Lloyds Faces Major Fine Over Spanish Property Scandal
Exclusive: Lloyds Banking Group could face substantial penalties after UK regulators uncovered serious misconduct in its Spanish property investment scheme affecting thousands of customers.
Santander demands government intervention in car finance crisis
Banking giant Santander calls for urgent government action as compensation claims threaten to overwhelm the UK car finance industry, warning of severe market disruption.
£343M WhatsApp investment scam exposed in London
Exclusive investigation reveals how Ibrahim Helmy allegedly masterminded a sophisticated investment fraud through WhatsApp, leaving victims millions out of pocket in one of Britain's most audacious financial crimes.
FCA warns of Brexit talent drain threatening City
Exclusive: FCA executive warns of 'serious concern' as financial services professionals leave UK, with new research revealing worrying trends in banking and insurance sectors.
UK Savings Crisis: Investment Scams Surge 42%
Exclusive investigation reveals British savers lost over £1.2 billion to sophisticated investment scams in the past year, with fake cryptocurrency schemes leading the devastating surge in financial fraud.
FCA Under Fire Over Soaring Consumer Complaints
The Financial Conduct Authority faces mounting criticism as consumer complaints against financial firms skyrocket, revealing serious gaps in investor protection and regulatory oversight.
Trustpilot Scam: Fake Reviews Cost Investors Millions
Exclusive investigation reveals how fraudulent investment firms are manipulating Trustpilot reviews to appear legitimate, costing UK investors their life savings. Learn the red flags and how to protect yourself.
UK Banks Investigated Over Motor Finance Commissions
Major British banks including Barclays, Lloyds and Santander face regulatory scrutiny over controversial motor finance commission arrangements that could trigger significant compensation payouts.
Romance Scam Crisis: UK Banks Sound Alarm
Financial authorities warn of sophisticated romance scams sweeping Britain, with victims losing thousands to fake online relationships. Learn the red flags and protect yourself.
Romance Scam Epidemic: Banks Repay Victims
Exclusive investigation reveals UK financial institutions are being compelled to reimburse customers duped by sophisticated romance scams, with new FCA data showing alarming fraud patterns.
Investment Scams Surge 53% in UK, FCA Warns
The Financial Conduct Authority warns of sophisticated fraud operations targeting British investors, with reported cases jumping 53% in a single year.
FCA: Banks need stricter controls against romance scams
The Financial Conduct Authority warns banks must implement stronger safeguards as sophisticated romance scams surge, costing victims millions annually. New regulatory framework expected.
UK regulators slash banker bonus waiting periods
Major regulatory shift allows City bankers to access annual bonuses after just three months as UK continues post-Brexit financial reforms to boost competitiveness.
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