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Jan 15, 2021

The Supreme Court has handed down its judgment in the FCA’s business interruption insurance test case: fca.org.uk/news/press-rel

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Feb 19, 2018

Press release: FCA and US CFTC sign Arrangement to collaborate on FinTech innovation - fca.org.uk/news/press-rel #fcainnovate

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Sep 29, 2020

All firms, particularly small ones, must consider and take steps to address the impact of #Brexit on their business and customers. fca.org.uk/brexit

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Jul 22, 2020

We are aware there’s been an attempt to reproduce our Register on a non-FCA website. The fake domain is www.thefca. net. We’re working to get the page taken down. Please avoid this site.

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Jan 28, 2022

We want to ensure #buildingsinsurance products provide fair value and premiums fairly and accurately reflect risk. We are asking firms to consider what actions they can take to help leaseholders.

Exchange of letters and work on multiple-occupancy residential buildings insurance

Our letters outline the work we are carrying out in the buildings insurance market and remind firms of their obligations under our rules.

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Jan 3, 2018

3 January 2018 marks the implementation of #MiFIDII which aims to provide cleaner, more resilient and efficient financial markets and effective investor protection

Regulation of markets in financial instruments

UK legislation and rules regulating markets in financial instruments are known as the UK MiFID framework. We explain these requirements for investment firms and trading venues.

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Feb 10, 2021

We hosted 2 Holocaust Memorial Day events to remember the Holocaust and Srebrenica. We were privileged to welcome survivors Janine Webber BEM & Emir Suljagić from

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, alongside H.E. Ambassador Vanja Filipovic and

@HolocaustUK

who spoke with our staff #lightthedarkness

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Nov 22, 2018

Press release: We propose the introduction of a price cap on rent-to-own firms to protect vulnerable consumers from high costs fca.org.uk/news/press-rel #faircredit

FCA proposes introduction of price cap on rent-to-own firms to protect vulnerable consumers from...

The Financial Conduct Authority today proposed to introduce a price cap on the rent-to-own (RTO) sector. The cap, subject to consultation, will come into force on 1 April 2019 providing protection...

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Feb 18, 2020

The usual return for a cash ISA is around 1%. Be wary of investment returns offering significantly more than this. Find out more about high risk investments

5 questions to ask before you invest

If you make smart decisions, investing can be rewarding. Beyond making your money work harder, simply making good decisions can be satisfying. Doing research and acting on it can be rewarding, and...

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Jun 11, 2020

We are aware there’s been an attempt to reproduce our Register on a non-FCA website. The fake domain is register-fca. org We’re working to get the page taken down. Please avoid this site.

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May 31, 2018

#infographic: Our findings and proposals on overdrafts, rent-to-own, home-collected credit, catalogue credit and store cards, and our work helping to encourage alternatives #faircredit

Our findings and proposals on overdrafts, rent-to-own, home-collected credit, catalogue credit and store cards, and our work helping to encourage alternatives

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Bank of England and HM Treasury

Jun 15, 2017

Guide: Good cyber security fca.org.uk/firms/cyber-re

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Jul 8, 2017

Proud to march for equality as part of StandOUT, the LGBT+ financial public sector network

#lovehappenshere #PrideinLondon

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Aug 14, 2018

Scammers are out to steal your pension. Don’t let a scammer enjoy your retirement. Be #ScamSmart with your pension. Check who you’re dealing with. fca.org.uk/scamsmart/how-

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May 21, 2019

Don’t assume it’s real – professional-looking websites, adverts or social media posts don’t always mean it’s a genuine investment opportunity. Be a #ScamSmart investor fca.org.uk/scamsmart/onli

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Oct 6, 2020

Read our final rules banning the sale of crypto-derivatives to retail consumers, saving them around £53m. #cryptoassets fca.org.uk/publications/p

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Jan 29, 2021

We’re warning UK investors in certain US listed shares which are being discussed online to use extreme caution. Volatile markets are unpredictable and mean you can quickly lose money. Losses are unlikely to be covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme #wallstreetbets

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Jul 29, 2019

Welcome to our global AML and financial crime TechSprint. Over the coming week we’ll explore the potential for technologies to positively impact the prevention and detection of financial crime #FCAsprint

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Jul 31

Our Consumer Duty sets a higher standard of consumer protection in financial services. Firms should deliver: - helpful and accessible customer support - timely and clear information - products and services that meet your needs and provide fair value

Consumer Duty sets higher standards for financial services customers

The Consumer Duty will raise the bar for retail financial services and place good consumer outcomes at the heart of everything they do

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Dec 23, 2019

Have a Merry Christmas... 🎄 Do It Now! 🎄

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Aug 14, 2018

Pension scam victims lose an average of £91,000 each. We're working with

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to warn the public of pension scammer tactics in a new campaign. #ScamSmart. Read full press release fca.org.uk/news/press-rel

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Jul 11, 2016

We're proud to have signed the #WomeninFinance charter to improve gender diversity within financial services

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HM Treasury's one of 72 financial organisations signed-up to the #WomeninFinance Charter ow.ly/sbkL3023T6y

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Jul 7, 2017

Rainbow colours from our staff & in reception to celebrate #PrideinLondon ahead of #Pride2017 #lovehappenshere

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Feb 15, 2021

If someone tries to pressure you into a quick investment, it's probably a scam. Check the FCA warning list before investing at fca.org.uk/scamsmart #BeScamSmart

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Sep 8, 2022

The staff of the Financial Conduct Authority send their deepest condolences to the Royal Family on the sad passing of Her Majesty the Queen.

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Aug 26, 2020

It’s useful knowing how much a burger and a pint is at Wembley, but it’s also useful to know how much is in your pension pot. Scammers will try to take your money, so be #ScamSmart fca.org.uk/scamsmart

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May 1, 2019

Today we are hosting the first ever Global Financial Innovation Network (GFIN) Annual Meeting in London bringing members together from around the world #fcainnovate

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Jul 27, 2022

We’re introducing a new Consumer Duty to set higher and clearer standards of consumer protection across the board in #financialservices

The FCA’s Consumer Duty will lead to a major shift in financial services

The Duty is made up of an overarching principle and new rules firms will have to follow.

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Jan 23, 2019

Consultation paper: Guidance on cryptoassets (CP19/3) fca.org.uk/publications/c #cryptoassets

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May 1, 2020

Press release: we seek legal clarity on business interruption insurance alongside package of measures to help consumers and small businesses -

FCA seeks legal clarity on business interruption insurance alongside package of measures to help...

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today announced it intends to seek legal clarity on business interruption (BI) insurance to resolve doubt for businesses who are facing uncertainty on their...

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Apr 18, 2017

#infographic: Setting the scene for financial services fca.org.uk/publications/c

Statistics on consumers, our work, changing population and UK financial services

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Jan 19, 2021

If you're not sure the company you're investing in is real, it could be a scam. Check the FCA register at register.fca.org.uk before investing. #BeScamSmart

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Jan 29, 2018

#Infographic: We conducted a #ScamSmart YouGov poll of over 2,000 adults aged 18+. Here's what we found...

Infographic: FCA warns of increased risk of online investment fraud

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Dec 30, 2021

From 1 January 2022, renewal prices for home and motor #insurance can’t be more expensive than a new customer would pay. This means you can still shop around for a better deal, but you won't have to switch to avoid being charged a loyalty premium

New year delivers fairer home and motor insurance renewals

From 1 January insurers will be banned from quoting customers a higher price for renewing their home or motor insurance than they would pay if they were a new customer.

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We're supporting

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Jun 14, 2016

Rainbow colours in our reception to kickstart our Pride celebrations #nofilter

#PrideinLondon

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Macmillan Cancer Support and 5 others

May 24, 2016

#infographic: Barriers that can exist for consumers trying to access financial services in the UK #financialaccess

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Jan 29, 2021

Don’t let investment scammers steal your money. Always check the FCA Register at register.fca.org.uk to make sure you’re dealing with an authorised firm #BeScamSmart

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Mar 16, 2021

We have started criminal proceedings against NatWest Plc related to offences under the Money Laundering Regulations 2007.

FCA starts criminal proceedings against NatWest Plc

This is the first criminal prosecution under the the Money Laundering Regulations 2007 by the FCA.

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Jan 21, 2019

We are delighted to, once again, be in the top 100 employers for LGBT employees. #stonewall #comeoutforlgbt

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Aug 16, 2017

Martin Lewis warns of binary options fraudsters using his name. Find out how to avoid binary options scams fca.org.uk/scamsmart/bina

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WARNING. Facebook fake ads. It's controls are dire. Pls watch then RT to protect others (some already lost £1000s in binary trading scam)

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Nov 20, 2018

Today we are celebrating our involvement with the Women in Finance Charter🎉 300 firms have committed to improve gender diversity within the financial services sector. #WomenInFinance

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Oct 31, 2020

Read our statement on further support for mortgage borrowers affected by #coronavirus

FCA to announce further support for mortgage borrowers impacted by coronavirus

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Jun 28, 2017

#infographic: Asset Management Market Study - our package of remedies fca.org.uk/publications/m

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Mar 1, 2017

#infographic: Tactics fraudsters use to deceive investors #ScamSmart fca.org.uk/scamsmart

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Jun 29, 2020

FCA statement on Wirecard -

FCA statement on Wirecard

Our primary objective all along has been to protect the interests and money of consumers who use Wirecard.

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May 28, 2019

Online trading scammers typically promise high returns, use fake celebrity endorsements and images of luxury items to entice people to invest in their scams. Be a #ScamSmart investor fca.org.uk/scamsmart/onli

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Jun 15, 2018

#infographic: Network security - the basics. Help make your network secure by developing and implementing some simple policies and responses fca.org.uk/firms/cyber-re #CyberSecurity

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Feb 20, 2018

Press release: FCA launches call for input on the use of technology to achieve smarter regulatory reporting #RegTech

FCA launches call for input on the use of technology to achieve smarter regulatory reporting

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today announced that it is seeking views on how technology can make it easier for firms to meet their regulatory reporting requirements and improve the...

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May 28, 2021

We’ve confirmed new measures to protect loyal consumers in home and motor insurance. Read more

FCA confirms measures to protect customers from the loyalty penalty in home and motor insurance...

The FCA implements new rules to improve competition and protect home and motor insurance customers from loyalty penalties.

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May 16, 2018

Today we were joined by the

@Samaritans

team to discuss wellbeing tools and how to start a conversation on mental health #MentalHealthAwarenessWeek #MHAW18

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Sep 12, 2017

We have issued a consumer warning about the risks associated with Initial Coin Offerings (‘ICOs’):

Consumer warning about the risks of Initial Coin Offerings (‘ICOs’)

Initial Coin Offerings

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Sep 21, 2022

Sheldon Mills, Executive Director of Consumers and Competition, spoke on

@GMB

about the challenges people are facing due to the #costofiving crisis and help available to consumers fca.org.uk/consumers/fina

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Aug 27, 2020

The cost of a season ticket adds up. But since 2017, scammers have used time-pressured deals to steal the equivalent of 26,000 Premier League season tickets’ worth of pension savings. Be #ScamSmart fca.org.uk/scamsmart

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#PrideinScotland #LGBTequality

Jun 16, 2018

We’re proud to march for equality, diversity & inclusion for the LGBT+ community in Scotland

@PrideEdinburgh

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Mar 13, 2019

We fine The Carphone Warehouse over £29m for insurance mis-selling fca.org.uk/fca-fines-the-

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Jun 29, 2018

Proud to have been named joint winner of the Employer of the Year Award at the #womeninfinanceawards. We have been recognised for our Building an Inclusive Culture campaign, Positive Action Framework, setting gender targets and representation of women from Board to manager levels

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Jun 24, 2016

Press release: Statement on European Union referendum result

Statement on European Union referendum result

On 23 June, the UK voted to leave the European Union (EU). This has significant implications for the UK.

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Jan 24, 2019

Good morning from our #fcainnovate open day from our Stratford office. We’ll be giving an overview of #fcainnovate’s services and how it can support organisations in 2019.

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Feb 23, 2021

We have today published guidance for firms on the fair treatment of vulnerable customers fca.org.uk/news/press-rel

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Jun 25, 2016

People from the financial regulators coming together for equality

again #PrideinLondon #nofilter

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Jun 22, 2016

Our Executive team wearing rainbows to show support for our group marching

#nofilter #PrideinLondon

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Money and Mental Health and 6 others

Mar 15, 2017

Our panel at #FCAsprint discussing the #mentalhealth issues our event is seeking to address

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Feb 11, 2021

We’ve released our Financial Lives survey report. We spoke to over 38,000 UK consumers leading up to and during the #coronavirus pandemic, and learned about their prior financial behaviours and attitudes, and how they've been affected since. Info➡️fca.org.uk/news/press-rel Thread⬇️

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Feb 2, 2021

An investment that offers unusually high returns is probably a scam. Check the FCA warning list before investing at fca.org.uk/scamsmart #BeScamSmart

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Dec 18, 2018

Press release: We announce proposals to fundamentally reform the way banks charge for overdrafts and extend protections for other high-cost credit products fca.org.uk/news/press-rel #faircredit

FCA announces proposals to fundamentally reform the way banks charge for overdrafts and extends...

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has today announced the next package of measures forming part of its high-cost credit review. It has announced proposals to change how banks charge for overdra...

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Jan 11, 2021

We warn consumers of the risks of investments advertising high returns based on cryptoassets fca.org.uk/news/news-stor #cryptoassets

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Jul 6, 2019

We’re proud to march for equality as part of StandOUT, the LGBT+ financial public sector network

#Pride #PrideinLondon #PrideJubilee

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May 15, 2018

Next week sees our AML & Financial Crime TechSprint. This event brings together developers, subject matter experts, senior executives and international regulators. Participating organisations: fca.org.uk/events/techspr #FCAsprint

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May 22, 2020

FCA announces support for customers who are struggling to pay their mortgage due to coronavirus #coronavirusuk #COVID19 #FCAupdate fca.org.uk/news/press-rel

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Apr 24, 2019

We’re proud to be listed in the #TimesTop50 Employers for Women 2019.

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Oct 12, 2017

Next week we publish our first large-scale tracking survey of consumers and finance in the UK #financiallives2017

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Jun 15, 2017

Our second #sandbox cohort consists of the 24 firms that are ready to begin testing shortly fca.org.uk/firms/regulato #FCAinnovate

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Jun 17, 2020

We have fined Commerzbank London £37,805,400 over anti-money laundering failures -

FCA fines Commerzbank London £37,805,400 over anti-money laundering failures

The FCA has today fined Commerzbank AG (London Branch) £37,805,400 for failing to put adequate anti-money laundering (AML) systems and controls in place between October 2012 and September 2017.

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Jul 1, 2016

Andrew Bailey demonstrates our on-going commitment to inclusion signing

@stonewalluk

’s #NoBystanders pledge

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actionfraud.police.uk #scamaware

Jun 18, 2018

We’re taking part in Scams Awareness Month 2018 this June to help people stay #scamsmart. If you spot a scam, report it

@ActionFraudUK

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Jul 6, 2022

If you’re struggling #financially because of the rising #costofliving the most important thing is to speak to someone. There is help available from

@MoneyHelperUK

and your lenders should also provide support. Read our top tips.

Consumers struggling with rising prices urged to seek help

Millions get help with their finances every year, but new research suggests many borrowers are missing out on available support.

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Sep 15, 2020

Press release: result of our business interruption test case fca.org.uk/news/press-rel

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May 31, 2018

High-cost credit review: See today’s publications fca.org.uk/publications/c #faircredit

CP18/12 and CP18/13: Consultations on High-cost Credit and on Overdrafts

As part of our ongoing review of high-cost credit products, we are publishing our proposed rules and guidance for consultation. We have also identified a number of areas for discussion.

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Nov 9, 2016

Our #RegTech team are in Cambridge over the next 2 days facilitating #FCAsprint on unlocking regulatory reporting

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Dec 15, 2020

We have fined Barclays £26 million over the firm’s treatment of customers in financial difficulty: fca.org.uk/news/press-rel

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Feb 2, 2021

Press Release: we’ve published a review of the future regulation of the unsecured credit market by Christopher Woolard CBE, our former Interim Chief Executive fca.org.uk/news/press-rel

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Mar 13, 2019

We have published a report of the first phase of the #digitalregulatoryreporting pilot, providing an overview of the work and findings so far. Read Digital regulatory reporting: Pilot Phase 1 Report: fca.org.uk/digital-regula and watch the video to find out more about DRR

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‘50 Ways To Lose Your Pension’ Thanks to my @Goose_McCoy band mates @drheery (vocals) @Mark_P_Walker (bass) & @profbenford (guitar, & banjo) - and Paul Simon for the wonderful music. #scamsmart

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Dec 5, 2017

Our third #sandbox cohort consists of 18 firms that were accepted to develop towards testing fca.org.uk/news/press-rel #FCAinnovate

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Aug 26, 2020

Footie fans approaching retirement could be particularly susceptible to pension scams – that's why we've teamed up with

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for Don't Transfer Deadline Day. For more information, visit fca.org.uk/scamsmart #ScamSmart

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Oct 23, 2015

This week our Acting Chief Executive Tracey McDermott delivered her Mansion House speech: fca.org.uk/news/rapidity-

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Apr 1, 2020

Press release: today, regulators are urging savers to keep calm and not rush to make any decisions about their pension in response to the coronavirus (Covid-19) pandemic fca.org.uk/news/press-rel #coronavirusuk #COVID19 #FCAupdate

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May 1, 2020

We announce intention to seek legal clarity on business interruption insurance to resolve doubt for businesses who are facing uncertainty on their claims fca.org.uk/news/statement #coronavirusuk #covid19 #FCAupdate

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Jan 25, 2021

If you're not sure the company you're investing in is real, it could be a scam. Check the FCA register at register.fca.org.uk before investing. #BeScamSmart

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Aug 13, 2018

FCA and

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digital regulatory reporting pilot open days will be held on 22 August and 28 September. Join us to learn about progress and contribute your ideas. Email regtech@fca.org.uk to attend

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Mar 14, 2017

#FCAsprint challenges teams to develop tech solutions to help those suffering from fluctuating #mentalhealth to manage finances effectively

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May 22, 2018

#FCAsprint teams making good progress scoping their potential solutions for tackling money laundering and criminal finance

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📺Video We round-up #FCAsprint on financial services & #mentalhealth In partnership with

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Mar 15, 2017

#FCAsprint teams pitch their solutions to help those suffering from fluctuating #mentalhealth to manage their finances more effectively

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Aug 3

We recognise the impact that having a bank account closed can have. Our work will look to understand the scale of the problem and help to ensure that #consumers are being treated fairly.

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