HM Treasury
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MPs find UK Government unable to explain how regulation plan drives growth
Damning report by Public Accounts Committee says ministers are pursuing a growth agenda that they don’t know how to measure.
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House of Lords warns regulators to adapt to stablecoin innovation
Peers believe an overly cautious approach could harm market growth.
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UK introduces Financial Services and Markets Bill 2026
The landmark legislation aims to modernize financial services regulation, cut red tape for businesses, and strengthen consumer protections.
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Shortening the cycle with faster settlement of investment fund trades
The UK is preparing to transition to a T+1 securities settlement cycle on October 11, 2027, in line with other jurisdictions.
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UK chancellor mulls changes to ISA regime to boost investment
There has been much speculation about potential ISA reforms ahead of the next UK Budget on November 26.
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HM Treasury consultation on changes to UK Money Laundering Regulations
The draft SI proposes changing the registration and change in control thresholds for cryptoasset businesses to align with FSMA.
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Key points for the insurance sector from the latest Mansion House speech
Overview of the UK financial services growth strategy; HMT changes to the insurance risk transformation regime and captive insurance regulatory framework; and SMR and FOS reforms.

