Bill Kingdom, FCA Architect, Dies at 78
Bill Kingdom, the influential civil servant who shaped the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, has died at 78. Read about his pivotal role in financial regulation.
Bill Kingdom, the influential civil servant who shaped the UK's Financial Conduct Authority, has died at 78. Read about his pivotal role in financial regulation.
The Bank of England warns of growing risks from hedge fund bets on UK debt, a $2 trillion shadow banking sector, and an AI stock bubble. Discover the key threats to financial stability.
The FCA launches its first AI live testing scheme with NatWest and Monzo. The initiative aims to ensure safe AI deployment in UK financial markets. Read the full story.
The Bank of England warns of rising global financial instability, with stretched equity valuations and AI bubble risks threatening a sharp correction. Read the full analysis.
The Bank of England warns leveraged hedge funds pose a major threat to UK bond stability. Discover the risks and the central bank's planned response to safeguard finances.
Ofsted warns of a crisis as children's homes surge in cheap areas, not where needed. Vulnerable teens face unsafe, unregistered placements costing up to £30k a week. Urgent reform demanded.
A damning report reveals Australia's 'jobs for mates' political culture persists. The government's weak response fails to implement crucial reforms, undermining public trust. Read the full analysis.
A damning 366-page report reveals South Yorkshire Police 'consistently and intentionally' presented false evidence after the 1989 Hillsborough disaster, which claimed 97 lives. Read the key findings.
A damning 13-year police watchdog report finds South Yorkshire Police guilty of 'deep complacency' and a 'concerted effort' to blame fans for the 1989 Hillsborough disaster. Read the full findings.
A police watchdog report reveals 12 officers would have faced gross misconduct cases for Hillsborough disaster failings, but none will be disciplined as all have retired. Read the full findings.
A police watchdog report reveals 12 officers should have faced gross misconduct charges over the Hillsborough disaster. Read the full findings and family reactions.
A damning official report finds a quarter of police forces in England and Wales lack basic policies for investigating sexual offences, despite promises of change after Sarah Everard's murder. Read the full findings.
Ofsted warns children's home providers are prioritising profit, creating a 'national scandal'. Costs soar to £30,000 a week in unregistered homes, while placements fail to match regional need.
The Bank of England warns of heightened global financial stability risks while easing capital requirements for UK lenders to 13%. Read the full analysis of the FPC's latest report.
The Bank of England has trimmed capital requirements for UK banks to boost lending, while its stability report warns of increased risks from AI valuations and geopolitics. Read the full analysis.
The long-awaited IOPC report into police actions during and after the 1989 Hillsborough disaster is published today. Read the key findings on Britain's worst sporting tragedy.
A damning leaked report based on 24 FBI sources describes the agency as a 'rudderless ship' under Director Kash Patel, with plummeting morale and a climate of fear. Read the full details.
A joint Ofsted and CQC report has praised the 'positive experiences' for children with special educational needs in the Square Mile. Read the full findings.
The OBR's fiscal report was leaked before the Budget due to technical errors, marking its 'worst failure' in 15 years. The watchdog pledges major changes to its publication process.
President Trump defends aide Pete Hegseth, denying he ordered a second lethal strike on a Caribbean boat. Get the full details on the controversial report and the White House response.
Public awareness of UK class actions is at its highest since 2020, but 70% believe lawyers and funders are the main winners. Discover the push for transparency and key findings from Portland's new report.
Nobel laureate Joseph Stiglitz warns rising inequality destabilises nations. His G20 blueprint offers economic renewal through tax reform and climate action. Read the urgent call.
A damning UN report accuses Israel of systematic torture against Palestinian detainees, including children. Read the full investigation into alleged war crimes and impunity.
A new UN report reveals over 80% of people now live in cities, with Jakarta becoming the world's most populous. Explore the costs and opportunities of rapid global urbanisation.
Exclusive: David Lammy's radical plan to abolish jury trials for most cases, affecting 30,000 trials annually. Discover the implications for Britain's justice system and why critics call it a 'shabby evasion'.
Chancellor Rachel Reeves' Budget extends tax threshold freeze, breaking manifesto pledge and drawing nearly a million into higher rate tax. Read the full analysis.
Zoopla's 2025 report shows a stark housing affordability divide. Shildon, County Durham, is Britain's most affordable town, while Beaconsfield prices exceed £1 million. Discover the data.
Nauru's president faces corruption allegations in Australian Senate over $2.5bn deportation deal. Read the explosive revelations about missing millions.
A new UN report reveals Jakarta is now the world's biggest city, with Dhaka predicted to take the top spot by 2050. Discover how London's population is set to grow.
UN reveals Gaza faces £53bn+ reconstruction after war created 'human-made abyss'. Economy contracted 87%, pushing population into extreme poverty. Learn more about the devastating impact.