@TheFCA

We regulate financial services firms and markets in the UK, setting standards for firms to meet and holding them to account. @FCACymru

 London, Edinburgh & Leeds
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Joined July 2010
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In the past 7 days we issued 19 warnings about unauthorised or clone firms.   Protect yourself and find all recent warnings fca.org.uk/consumers/unautho… #FCAWarnings #FinancialRegulation
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Speaking at Mansion House, Nikhil Rathi set out how we need to adapt as technology transforms financial markets. That means investing in data and technology, using our powers effectively and working in partnership to maintain trust and market integrity. fca.org.uk/news/speeches/mar… #FinancialServices #FinancialRegulation #SmarterRegulator
Nikhil Rathi, Chief Executive, pictured with a quote reading, If we can harness technological progress, financial services can place the UK at the forefront of this new era of innovation.

ALT Nikhil Rathi, Chief Executive, pictured with a quote reading, If we can harness technological progress, financial services can place the UK at the forefront of this new era of innovation.

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We’ve banned former Vector Wealth CEO Jeffrey Dawkins after his misconduct led to £4m losses in high-risk investments. He falsely told us he remained in control of the firm, allowing its authorised status to make high-risk mini-bonds appear safer than they were. Former senior manager Kadir Kanizi has also been fined and banned. Mini-bonds are high risk investments and not suitable for most people. Read more fca.org.uk/news/press-releas… #FightingFinancialCrime #FinancialRegulation
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In the past 7 days we issued 16 warnings about unauthorised or clone firms.   Protect yourself and find all recent warnings fca.org.uk/consumers/unautho… #FCAWarnings #FinancialRegulation
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How can agentic AI and data science help us become a smarter regulator? Our Chief Data, Information & Innovation Officer Jessica Rusu spoke to @HoCcommitteesUK about using technology and data to identify issues sooner, intervene faster and act at greater scale. #SmarterRegulator #FinancialServices #FinancialRegulation #AI
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In a joint operation with @NCA_UK, 3 individuals were arrested following a major operation to disrupt a suspected organised criminal group for insider dealing and money laundering. More than 100 FCA and NCA staff took part in searches at 5 residential premises in London and Manchester. Mobile phones, laptops, and tablets were seized by FCA investigators. Working with partners, we’ll continue to use all the powers at our disposal to crack down on serious and organised crime groups involved in market abuse. fca.org.uk/news/press-releas… #FightingFinancialCrime #FinancialRegulation
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Two people who worked at financial advice firms have pleaded guilty to fraud after 4 clients lost £2m. Director of Nexus Independent Financial Advisors and Investment Managers Ltd, Kerry Nelson and the firms’ business operations manager, Jacqueline Stephens, admitted charges of defrauding clients between January 2019 and January 2023, using false documents as part of the fraud. Kerry Nelson has also admitted a money laundering offence after money was withdrawn from the firms, which she used to fund her extravagant lifestyle. Both will be sentenced at Portsmouth Crown Court in December. fca.org.uk/news/press-releas… #FightingFinancialCrime #FinancialRegulation
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The Upper Tribunal has confirmed it will hear the legal challenges to our motor finance compensation scheme between 16 to 26 February 2027. Our scheme is the quickest, fairest and most efficient way to compensate consumers and we'll defend it robustly. #CarFinance #MotorFinance fca.org.uk/news/statements/m…

Motor finance legal challenge to be heard in February 2027

The Upper Tribunal has confirmed it will hear the legal challenges to our motor finance compensation scheme between 16 to 26 February 2027.

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In the past 7 days we issued 96 warnings about unauthorised or clone firms.   Protect yourself and find all recent warnings fca.org.uk/consumers/unautho… #FCAWarnings #FinancialRegulation
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New research from @WhichUK has found examples of firms on our Warning List advertising on major online platforms, underlining the need for tech firms to protect consumers by doing more to tackle illegal financial promotions and scams.
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Our latest research reveals that unauthorised firms are still advertising financial services scams on on social media platforms and search engines, even after being placed on the Financial Conduct Authority’s (FCA) warning list. which.co.uk/news/article/sca…

Scams in plain sight - Which?

Adverts from firms on regulator 'warning list' are appearing on social media platforms and search engines

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Thank you to everyone who joined this year’s Annual Public Meeting at Edinburgh’s Assembly Rooms and online. Our Executive Committee shared the progress we’ve made on our 5 year strategy and answered questions from consumers and firms across the UK. We took questions on a range of issues including our treatment of whistleblowers, the impact of the Consumer Duty and AI adoption. Consumer protection remains at the heart of our work. By maintaining trust and supporting growth, we’ll continue to deliver tangible benefits for consumers, firms and the wider economy. #FinancialRegulation #FinancialServices
Three professionals seated at a panel table during an Annual Public Meeting, with one man speaking.

ALT Three professionals seated at a panel table during an Annual Public Meeting, with one man speaking.

Panel of speakers seated on a stage at an Annual Public Meeting with a large screen showing a close-up of a man speaking.

ALT Panel of speakers seated on a stage at an Annual Public Meeting with a large screen showing a close-up of a man speaking.

A panel of professionals seated at a long table during the FCA Annual Public Meeting 2026 with a large screen showing a man speaking.

ALT A panel of professionals seated at a long table during the FCA Annual Public Meeting 2026 with a large screen showing a man speaking.

An Annual Public Meeting in a hall with a panel of speakers seated on stage and a large screen displaying a man in a suit speaking.

ALT An Annual Public Meeting in a hall with a panel of speakers seated on stage and a large screen displaying a man in a suit speaking.

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Our condolences go out to the family and friends of whistleblower Simon Andriesz, following the incredibly sad news of his passing. We've asked non-executive director Lea Paterson to review how we interacted with Mr Andriesz, to see whether we could have done things better and learn for the future. It's important that people feel confident coming to us with their concerns and we’re grateful so many do. Read more fca.org.uk/news/blogs/lookin…

Looking at how we interact with whistleblowers

Just over a week ago, we received the incredibly sad news that a whistleblower, Simon Andriesz, who we had been in contact with over many years, had died. We’ve shared our condolences, and our...

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In the past 7 days we issued 265 warnings about unauthorised or clone firms.   Protect yourself and find all recent warnings fca.org.uk/consumers/unautho… #FCAWarnings #FinancialRegulation
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FCA today joined with @metpoliceuk in an operation against suspected organised crime. Over 800 officers took part in dawn raids at 24 properties. news.met.police.uk/news/met-… #FightingFinancialCrime #FinancialRegulation

Met makes 17 arrests in major joint operation against organised crime group

More than 800 officers took part in the arrest operations in the early hours of this morning.

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Victims of a £1.5m crypto investment fraud are closer to getting money back after we secured confiscation orders against Raymondip Bedi and Patrick Mavanga. The pair persuaded victims to invest in fake cryptoasset opportunities, leaving at least 65 people out of pocket. The orders will help recover funds for those targeted. fca.org.uk/news/press-releas… #FightingFinancialCrime #Crypto #InvestmentScam
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In the past 7 days we issued 28 warnings about unauthorised or clone firms.   Protect yourself and find all recent warnings fca.org.uk/consumers/unautho… #FCAWarnings #FinancialRegulation
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Trading in contracts for difference is complex and losses can build up quickly. Before opening an account, consumers should check they are dealing with an authorised firm by using Firm Checker. fca.org.uk/news/press-releas… #HelpingConsumers #FinancialServices #FinancialRegulation

Twenty-four CFD firms closing in crackdown on misuse of UK authorisation

Twenty-one Contracts for Differences (CFD) firms have closed since 2025, following a FCA crackdown.

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Financial firms are shutting down increasing numbers of accounts suspected of money mule activity, but criminals are still finding ways to move stolen money through the financial system before cashing out. Learn the warning signs of becoming a money mule and how to protect yourself. Read more fca.org.uk/news/press-releas… #FightingFinancialCrime #FinancialCrime

Firms crack down on money mules but need to do more

Financial firms are shutting down hundreds of thousands of suspected money mule accounts, but organised criminal groups are still shifting dirty money through multiple bank accounts before cashing...

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Those seeking debt advice should watch for these red flags.🚩 fca.org.uk/news/press-releas… #HelpingConsumers #FinancialRegulation

Debt advice warning: spot the red flags

People seeking debt advice are being urged to watch out for red flags.

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