Celtic Freeport launch boosts growth and clean energy missions
The Celtic Freeport has been officially launched bringing significant inward investment to South West Wales and thousands of new jobs a step closer. HM GovernmentSource
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Primary school SuDS schemes finished by the Preston flood scheme
SuDS schemes reduce flood risk by temporarily storing rainwater; reducing its flow and surface water runoff. Three primary schools have benefited. HM GovernmentSource
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Grandfather Says: The Continuing Chronicles of Elaine, Part 62
The following was written by my late wife Elaine. She wrote a long book, a diary really, from which this is one passage: In November 1999, Dave and I were at Cape Hatteras just after the lighthouse had been moved, and we happened to be there for the
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The FCA invites applications for a bond consolidated tape provider
A UK bond consolidated tape (CT) will collate data on transactions, such as prices and volumes, and brings together information on trades executed on trading venues and over-the-counter with a broker. The CT will provide investors with high quality data on a timely basis, and ensure it is
Read MoreStatement on motor finance review next steps
If motor finance customers have lost out from widespread failings, we are likely to consult on a redress scheme. We are currently reviewing the past use of motor finance discretionary commission arrangements (DCAs). We’re seeking to understand if firms failed to comply with requirements relating to DCAs and
Read MoreOur position on sustainability regulations and UK defence
Our sustainability rules do not prevent investment in or financefor defence companies. The financial sector plays a vital role in supporting all sectors, including defence.There is nothing in our rules, including those related to sustainability, that prevents investment or finance for defence companies.Our sustainable finance rules apply to
Read MoreFCA responds to final report into Safe Hands complaints
We continue to have the utmost sympathy for the people who have lost money because of Safe Hands. We do not agree with the Commissioner’s finding that we didn’t identify significant risks in relation to this firm. We had limited powers to act against funeral plan providers before
Read MoreFCA sets out steps to support home ownership
The FCA has set out steps it will take to improve access to mortgages. The FCA is reminding lenders of flexibility in its rules, which can help more people access a mortgage. This forms part of the work, announced in January in a letter to the Prime Minister,
Read MoreYou’re Already Talking to Your Kids About Money
You've heard the term "monkey see, monkey do," and it's true of kids and money too — and probably not in the ways you expect! Jesse shares a couple lessons about kids and money he's learned from parenting seven children, and how kids often learn as much or
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