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Promised reforms to City ‘feel like a damp squib’, says Treasury Committee
The group of MPs said several of the Chancellor’s reforms were nothing more than publishing a document or welcoming a consultation.
MPs criticise UK banks after HSBC profits surge on higher interest rates
The chair of the Treasury Committee said the latest figures show major lenders are not sufficiently passing on higher interest rates to savers.
Savings providers must keep customers informed about available rates – watchdog
FCA boss Nikhil Rathi said firms will need a strategy to ensure customers are adequately informed of available rates across their product set.
MPs launch inquiry into sexism in the City after sector rocked by scandals
The Treasury Committee said it wants to find out more about the barriers women in financial services face.
‘Lack of clarity’ concerns raised over impact of self-assessment helpline change
Treasury Committee chairwoman Harriett Baldwin said she is disappointed at HMRC’s response to questions on changes to the self-assessment helpline.
Banks should increase returns on savings amid interest rate rises, says top Tory
Harriett Baldwin, chairwoman of the Treasury Select Committee, suggested banks should take the step if they are also raising mortgage rates.
Concerns raised about ‘short notice’ of self-assessment helpline changes
The Treasury Committee is looking for clarification that the costs and benefits of the decision have been fully considered.
