Triple lock: Pensioners could be set for inflation-busting state pension rise next April October 18, 2023 Under the triple lock, the state pension usually rises each April by inflation, wages or 2.5 per cent – whichever is higher.
Credit insurer cover cuts leave retail sector reeling October 18, 2023 Credit Insurers have been dragged into the spotlight after it emerged that they have pulled cover on a host of some of the country’s biggest retailers over the past few months. Both Boohoo and Asos have been hit by insurers withdrawing cover on their transactions. Over the summer, it was revealed that Allianz Trade, formerly Euler [...]
Lord Mayor: Financial education should be statutory in primary schools October 10, 2023 The Lord Mayor of the City of London has led a group calling for financial education to be made statutory in primary schools, in new measures to tackle financial illiteracy in the UK.
Banks to face new stress tests as Bank of England remains on the prowl for financial stability risks October 10, 2023 Regulators at the Bank of England are looking to make certain that the UK financial sector remains resilient to shocks that may arise from the rapid rise in interest rates.
We need to tackle financial exclusion and give everyone the opportunity to safeguard their future October 9, 2023 With a plan to make credit more accessible and financial education part of the primary school curriculum, the Lord Mayor of the City of London wants everyone to experience economic stability
Tough new US tech laws could open up a whole new UK market October 2, 2023 The US, known for its friendly approach to tech, is looking to toughen up rules against Web3 and blockchain technologies, giving the UK a fresh chance to seize billions worth of investment, writes Iain Mansfield
Bank of England seeks more ammunition to deal with financial instability after LDI crisis September 28, 2023 The Bank of England is in the process of designing lending tools that allow it to lend directly to insurance firms and pension funds after the near-death experience of the LDI crisis in 2022.
Crypto AM Summit and Awards – the nominations are in! September 25, 2023 There are only 15 days to go until the Crypto AM Summit and Awards, and all the nominations are now being weighed up by the judges.
Crypto AM Summit and Awards: Nomination entries close at 11pm tonight! September 22, 2023 There are only 18 days to go until the start of the Crypto AM Summit and Awards, and just one day left to submit entries.
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