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FCA Payments & E-Money policy updates
30 publications tracked in this sector.
Press Release2026-10-23Payments & E-MoneyAML & Financial Crime
Restrictions have been placed on 6 unregulated lenders, known as Annex 1 firms, after the FCA raised concerns about their anti-money laundering policies, controls and procedures while assessing their
Consultation Paper2026-10-23Payments & E-MoneyInsuranceCrypto & Digital AssetsAML & Financial Crime
We're consulting on changes to our Financial Crime Guide to help firms strengthen their systems and controls. ... Read CP26/38 (PDF)Why we're consultingFirms are essential partners in tackling financi
Other2026-10-22Payments & E-MoneyConsumer Credit & BNPLInsuranceInvestment & Consumer DutyMortgage & Lending
Financial services firms reported 1.85 million complaints between January and June 2026. ... Use the data to understand complaints trends, compare products and sectors, and explore complaints reported
Other2026-10-22Payments & E-MoneyInsuranceInvestment & Consumer DutyMortgage & Lending
Use the sortable tables below to explore the number of complaints by product and complaints relative to the number of products. ... How to use this tableTo see more than 10 entries at a time, use the
Consultation Paper2026-10-21Payments & E-MoneyInsuranceCrypto & Digital AssetsInvestment & Consumer Duty
We're consulting on guidance to help firms understand new exclusions from cryptoasset regulation, following recent legislative changes. ... Read CP26/36 (PDF)Why we are consultingWe're consulting on g
Other2026-10-19Payments & E-MoneyInsuranceAML & Financial Crime
Jessica Rusu, FCA chief data, information and intelligence officerat Bloomberg's UK Policy Series. The Mills ReviewThat is why we commissioned the Mills Review, published in July, focused on how AI co
News Story2026-10-15Payments & E-Money
On 15 October 2026, ePayments Systems Limited (EPS) entered special administration. Mark Boast and Allister Manson of Opus Restructuring LLP (Opus) have been appointed as joint special administrators.
Press Release2026-10-08Payments & E-MoneyInvestment & Consumer Duty
The FCA has set out clearer expectations for asset managers about long-term investments, such as property. This will help give the market more confidence to invest in funds that support private market
Other2026-10-02Payments & E-Money
We report our Authorisations metrics quarterly to provide greater transparency of our performance. This data covers April to June 2026. ... Our first publication of operating service metrics for the 2
Other2026-09-30Payments & E-Money
We are consulting on the following changes to the Knowledge Base. ... Why we are consultingOn 30 September 2026 we published Policy Statement PS26/19, setting out the new regime for sustainability dis
Press Release2026-09-30Payments & E-MoneyInsuranceCrypto & Digital Assets
From today, crypto firms can apply for authorisation from the FCA, marking a landmark moment as the UK takes a step closer towards becoming one of the most trusted places in the world to build and inv
News Story2026-09-28Payments & E-MoneyInsurance
We asked the Court to make Arthur Temlett, trading as Abacus Insurance Consultants ('Abacus'), bankrupt. This is known as sequestration in Scotland. The Sheriff granted our application on 27 August 20
Press Release2026-09-23Payments & E-MoneyAML & Financial Crime
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 out
Press Release2026-09-22Payments & E-Money
People seeking debt advice are being urged to watch out for red flags. Free debt advice is available to everyone. However, the FCA is concerned that some consumers are being steered towards fee-paying
Other2026-09-17Payments & E-MoneyInsuranceInvestment & Consumer Duty
Read our findings on good practice and areas for improvement in payments firms’ approaches to supporting consumers in vulnerable circumstances. ... The Consumer Duty (the Duty) sets a high standard fo
Blog2026-09-17Payments & E-Money
During our review of consumer vulnerability, we saw how relatively simple changes can make a real difference. One payments provider serving small business customers found that some customers were stru
Policy Statement2026-09-16Payments & E-MoneyCrypto & Digital AssetsInvestment & Consumer DutyAML & Financial Crime
We have published final guidance on when cryptoasset activities need FCA authorisation. ... Read PS26/18 (PDF)Why we are changingFrom 25 October 2027, the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000 (Cryp
News Story2026-09-16Payments & E-MoneyAML & Financial Crime
We are investigating potential offences by Euro Exchange Securities UK Ltd (EES). The reason for opening the investigation is that it appears to us that, between 1 February 2020 and 4 June 2026, EES m
Press Release2026-09-16Payments & E-MoneyCrypto & Digital Assets
New FCA guidance will help firms understand how the law underpinning the UK's future cryptoasset regime applies to their business. It also sets out which activities may require FCA authorisation. The
Statement2026-09-14Payments & E-MoneyCrypto & Digital AssetsInvestment & Consumer Duty
We asked for views on tokenisation in wholesale markets. Read what we heard from industry and our next steps, including a new roadmap. ... Read the Feedback Statement (PDF)Why we are consulting In May
News Story2026-09-14Payments & E-Money
On 10 September 2026, Premier Payment Solutions Ltd, which traded as PPS Money and MTBS (together, 'PPS Money'), entered liquidation. Bai Cham and Gary Shankland of BTG Begbies Traynor were appointed
Other2026-09-08Payments & E-MoneyMortgage & Lending
The latest data from firms who have signed up to the Government’s Mortgage Charter. ... The Government’s Mortgage Charter, introduced in June 2023, contains commitments, over and above FCA requirement
Other2026-09-08Payments & E-MoneyMortgage & Lending
The FCA and the Prudential Regulatory Authority (PRA) both have responsibility for the regulation of mortgage lenders and administrators. We jointly publish the mortgage lending statistics every quart
Consultation Paper2026-09-04Payments & E-MoneyConsumer Credit & BNPLCrypto & Digital AssetsInvestment & Consumer Duty
Once a quarter, we consult on proposed miscellaneous amendments to our Handbook. These tend to be minor changes but we still want to get your feedback on our proposals. ... Read CP26/32 (PDF) ... What
News Story2026-08-28Payments & E-MoneyAML & Financial Crime
On 30 July 2026, Blue Motor Finance Limited (BMFL) was placed into administration. Simon Edel, Richard Barker and Alan Michael Hudson of Ernst & Young LLP were appointed as joint administrators. BMFL
Statement2026-08-20Payments & E-MoneyInsuranceInvestment & Consumer DutyAML & Financial Crime
The FCA is warning consumers about the risks of investing in loan notes and mini-bonds issued by unregulated companies, after continuing to see people lose money in these high-risk investments. The re
Final Notice2026-08-19Payments & E-MoneyInvestment & Consumer Duty
The FCA has banned Demetrios Hadjigeorgiou from working in senior management positions in financial services and fined him £56,400. Mr Hadjigeorgiou was the former director and chief executive officer
Final Notice2026-08-18Payments & E-Money
The FCA has banned Howard Roland Duckett from working in financial services due to a serious lack of honesty and integrity. Mr Duckett was a senior manager at Beauforce Corporation Limited, a debt man
Press Release2026-08-10Payments & E-MoneyInvestment & Consumer Duty
Five fast-growing firms have joined the FCA’s Scale-up Unit, receiving tailored support to help them innovate, navigate regulation and grow sustainably. ClearScore, Modulr, Teya, Urban Jungle and Zilc
Other2026-08-10Payments & E-MoneyInvestment & Consumer Duty
Read our review of good practice and areas for improvement identified through our Early and High Growth Oversight pilot with high-growth firms. ... Firms that grow rapidly can benefit consumers and ma
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