Proposals to regulate funeral services brought forward in wake of Robert Bush sentencing
Proposals for regulation of the funeral sector are to be developed in the wake of the Legacy Independent Funeral Directors scandal in Hull. Robert Bush was sentenced to 20 years in prison for a total of 67 charges, including the prevention of a lawful and decent burial, fraud, fraudulent trading and theft, in a case […]
FCA seeks feedback on equity market reforms
The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) is seeking feedback on a new package of reforms designed to improve transparency, strengthen access to market-wide information and support confidence in UK equity markets. The package confirms the framework for a future equity consolidated tape, consults on targeted market structure reforms and introduces an interim market activity reporting tool […]
‘Fourth pillar’ equity release shows signs of continued demand after slow start to year
After a slow start to 2026 the equity release market returned to growth during the second quarter of 2026, according to the latest report from the Equity Release Council (ERC). The Q2 data showed total lending increased to £597 million during Q2 2026, up 4% on the previous quarter (£574 million). Overall customer numbers also […]
Sarah Sackman pledges to enhance legal aid in retained ministerial role
Following the flurry of high-profile cabinet appointments made by Andy Burnham, Sarah Sackman’s re-appointment as minister received more muted attention. The MP for Finchley and Golders Green remains in post as a minister of state the Ministry of Justice and has pledged to enhance legal aid and access to justice. Commenting on her re-appointment in […]