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FCA expands insurance work in response to Which? super complaint

We're expanding the significant work we had planned to improve standards in the home and travel insurance markets, following Which?’s super complaint. Read our response to Which? (PDF)While 79% of consumers who make an insurance claim are satisfied with how it was handled, our work shows there's room

Flu levels ‘stubbornly stable’ in older age groups despite overall decline

Weekly UKHSA report for the 2025/26 season, monitoring respiratory viruses. HM GovernmentSource

FCA welcomes reform to the UK Benchmarks Regulation

The FCA welcomes the Government’s consultation on a new benchmarks regime for the UK. Since the introduction of the current regulatory framework, the financial landscape has evolved significantly. We now have an opportunity to build a regime that is more targeted to current market conditions and to reduce

Notice to improve: Dorrington Academy Trust

A notice to improve issued to Dorrington Academy Trust. HM GovernmentSource

Open banking: a year of progress

Open banking in the UK is growing rapidly. Latest industry figures show there are more than 16 million users now benefiting from the service. The number of open banking payments has soared by 53% year on year, reflecting a significant shift in how consumers and businesses manage their

New solution for TenneT’s capital requirements

TenneT is making the electricity grid fit for the future. Major investments will be required in the coming years to strengthen and expand the grid. This is necessary to meet growing demand for electricity, including from households and companies that want a new or higher power connection. TenneT

Appointment: 9 January 2026

The King has been pleased to approve the following appointment. HM GovernmentSource

FCA seeks feedback on proposals for UK crypto rules

We are asking for views on new proposals as the next step in shaping the UK’s crypto rules. These proposals continue our progress towards an open, sustainable and competitive crypto market that people can trust. We want a market where innovation can thrive, but where people understand the

2025 Tax Plan: more balanced income distribution and healthy public finances

Today Folkert Idsinga, State Secretary for Tax Affairs and the Tax Administration, presented the 2025 Tax Plan to the House of Representatives. The package contains a range of measures to contribute to healthy public finances, improved purchasing power and a stronger business climate. It also includes a number

Open Innovation Team PhD Placement Scheme 2026-27

Applications for our three-month long policy and evaluation placements are now open. HM GovernmentSource

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