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5 reasons you might still need a dedicated camera in 2026
Smartphone cameras have never been better, but dedicated cameras still excel where image quality, zoom and creative control matter most
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Sat 12 Sep
Which?Which? & consumerReport
Should you turn down a pay rise?
The prospect of paying more tax is making some workers think twice about accepting more money
Sun 13 Sep
Which?Which? & consumerReport
The workplace perk that could add thousands to your pension pot
Nearly half of those paying into a workplace defined contribution pension don’t know how much their employer contributes
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5 favourite scenic European road trips picked by travel experts
Which? Travel experts share their top scenic routes past wild waves, peaceful Alpine lakes and hidden hilltop towns
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'Is Making Tax Digital coming for my rental income?'
Every week we help you with your money problems
Mon 14 Sep
Financial Conduct AuthorityRegulator & governmentAlert
Upper Tribunal upholds Crispin Odey ban
Crispin Odey’s ban from the financial services industry has been upheld by the Upper Tribunal, which found he lacked integrity. Mr Odey was the founder and majority owner of Odey Asset Management (OAM).
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Warning List addition logged: capital-bltd.com / capital-bltd.net (Clone of FCA registered firm)
capital-bltd.com / capital-bltd.net (Clone of FCA registered firm) is not authorised or registered by the FCA but has been targeting people in the UK, claiming to be an authorised firm. Find out why you should be wary of dealing with thi…
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Premier Payment Solutions Ltd enters liquidation
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 joint liquidators.
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The £700 surprise: can you really trust online holiday prices?
We find bargains from the country’s biggest travel companies, which vanish when you try to book them
Tue 15 Sep
GOV.UKRegulator & governmentAlert
UK and Indian industry join forces to combat digital fraud
Telecommunications industry leaders in the UK and India will harness the power of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to tackle online fraud, scams and harms.
Which?Which? & consumerReport
Big-name retailers breaking the law on returns
Our mystery shoppers put retailers' returns to the test to reveal the ones you can trust — and the ones flouting the rules on refunds
GOV.UKRegulator & governmentAlert
Hundreds of new officers to hunt down dirty money networks
Five hundred new officers to be recruited in a £500 million crackdown on money laundering, as part of the government's Anti-Money Laundering and Asset Recovery Strategy.
UK FinanceUK Finance & bankingAlert
Zach Cooke
Zach Cooke charlotte.raje… Tue, 09/15/2026 - 12:22 Intern, Global Banking, Markets and International Affairs UK Finance
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Iranian cyber targeting of dissidents, activists and journalists
Advisory on CHOSEN BRICK malware, including technical analysis and advice to help individuals and organisations protect themselves.
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UK and allies expose spyware used by Iranian state actors to target dissidents, activists and journalists
UK and allies provide advice to help organisations and individuals at risk detect and counter the threat from CHOSEN BRICK malware.
Financial Conduct AuthorityRegulator & governmentAlert
Financial regulator bans former law firm owner from financial services
The FCA has banned Nurul Miah, also known as Neil Mia and Neil Miah, from working in financial services. The FCA acted after the Solicitors Regulation Authority (SRA) found that Mr Miah, who was a non-legal manager at Kingly Solicitors L…
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Naomei Cathcart
Naomei Cathcart reginefredriks… Tue, 09/15/2026 - 15:54 Vice President, Financial Services Capgemini
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Luca Russignan
Luca Russignan reginefredriks… Tue, 09/15/2026 - 15:54 Senior Director, Global Head of Capgemini Research Institute for Financial Services Capgemini
Which?Which? & consumerReport
6 steps to get your pension fit for retirement
Rejuvenate your retirement savings with some simple checks
Which?Which? & consumerReport
Should you be more hands-on with your pension investments?
Investment growth accounts for two-thirds of the typical pension pot
Wed 16 Sep
Which?Which? & consumerReport
The Greek island you need to visit out of the peak summer season
Going to Corfu in spring or autumn can open your eyes to a side of Greece you’ve never seen before
Financial Conduct AuthorityRegulator & governmentAlert
Crypto firms get guidance on how the new regime applies
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.
UK FinanceUK Finance & bankingAlert
SS5/25: Industry Perspectives and Implications for Non-Systemic Firms
SS5/25: Industry Perspectives and Implications for Non-Systemic Firms This workshop provides a practical overview of the evolution from SS 3/19 to SS 5/25 and what the updated expectations mean for firms in practice. Anonymous (not verif…
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Preparing for Basel 3.1 Go-Live: Non-IRB Firms
Preparing for Basel 3.1 Go-Live: Non-IRB Firms The objective is to help firms assess their readiness, identify key implementation risks and take proportionate, practical steps to ensure their numbers are reliable, explainable and well go…
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Monzo launches UK’s first auto-investing credit card – is it any good?
Monzo Aura offers 1% cashback on groceries, but the monthly fees are steep
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Dr. Constantin Lichti
Dr. Constantin Lichti reginefredriks… Wed, 09/16/2026 - 14:16 Senior Consultant e*Finance Reply
Which?Which? & consumerReport
Think a £50 printer is the cheap option? Here's why you need to think again
Our printer expert explains why you may want to spend more than you thought when buying a new model
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Clone entry logged: themoneycompass.net
themoneycompass.net (Clone of FCA authorised firm) is not authorised or registered by the FCA but has been targeting people in the UK, claiming to be an authorised firm. Find out why you should be wary of dealing with this unauthorised f…
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Clone entry logged: smartpaynet.com
smartpaynet.com (Clone of FCA authorised firm) is not authorised or registered by the FCA but has been targeting people in the UK, claiming to be an authorised firm. Find out why you should be wary of dealing with this unauthorised firm …
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Why you don't need to spend more than £15 on a kitchen knife
You don't need to splurge on an expensive knife to chop smoothly, prep comfortably and slice with precision
Thu 17 Sep
Which?Which? & consumerReport
Scamwatch: 'My Apple account has been compromised'
This sneaky scam could allow criminals to take over your account
Which?Which? & consumerReport
14 cheapish things that cheered us up for less than £50
The days are getting shorter and prices are getting higher, but we're hoping that these small buys will bring a smile to your face
Financial Conduct AuthorityRegulator & governmentAlert
Better outcomes begin when payment firms understand customers’ needs
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 struggling to set up and manage their acc…
Financial Conduct AuthorityRegulator & governmentAlert
FCA sets out steps to support small businesses' access to finance
Small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) could access finance more easily after the FCA sets out practical steps to help. An FCA review found no evidence that its regulation is a major barrier for SME access to finance.
Financial Conduct AuthorityRegulator & governmentAlert
FCA opens investigation into Euro Exchange Securities UK Ltd
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 may have committed offences under the …
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Warning List addition logged: Athena Acquisition Corp
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10 big-name brands – and the surprising rivals that beat them in Which? tests
Our product experts have uncovered Best Buys that outscore household-name rivals from Apple, Dyson, GoPro, Le Creuset and more
Which?Which? & consumerReport
One thing you need to do now to control your energy bills this winter
Gas prices are rising rapidly but you can keep your bills in check
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Warning List addition logged: NovaTask (Clone of FCA registered firm)
NovaTask (Clone of FCA registered firm) is not authorised or registered by the FCA but has been targeting people in the UK, claiming to be an authorised firm. Find out why you should be wary of dealing with this unauthorised firm and how…
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Financial crime: protecting the hive
Speech by Steve Smart, executive director of enforcement and market oversight, at the Law Society Economic Crime Conference 2026. IntroductionA few weeks ago, I visited the Bank of England Museum to see a new exhibition on financial crime.
Financial Conduct AuthorityRegulator & governmentAlert
FCA and partners continues crackdown on illegal crypto trading
The FCA and partners have taken further action against illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading in London. The FCA has carried out further operations with partners to disrupt illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading across multiple London location…
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Kathryn Westmore
Kathryn Westmore charlotte.raje… Thu, 09/17/2026 - 16:39 Director, Financial Crime UK Finance
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Piers Claughton
Piers Claughton charlotte.raje… Thu, 09/17/2026 - 16:42 Head of Public Affairs UK Finance
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Clone entry logged: Coverfast / TempDrive
Coverfast / TempDrive (clone of FCA authorised firm) is not authorised or registered by the FCA but has been targeting people in the UK, claiming to be an authorised firm. Find out why you should be wary of dealing with this unauthorised…
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Fri 18 Sep
Which?Which? & consumerReport
You might not be making the most of your workplace pension - here’s what to do
Are you one of the 46% of workers who don’t know how much their employer contributes to their pension?
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Building a stronger UK investment culture
Speech by Lucy Castledine, director of consumer investments, at the 2026 Investor Summit. Speaker: Lucy Castledine, director, consumer investmentsEvent: Investor Summit 2026, LondonDelivered: 18 September 2026Note: This is the speech as …
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Patricia Wade
Patricia Wade reginefredriks… Fri, 09/18/2026 - 11:43 Expertise Counsel, Technology Strategy, Disputes & Transactions Ashurst
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Fiona Ghosh
Fiona Ghosh reginefredriks… Fri, 09/18/2026 - 11:45 Partner Ashurst
Which?Which? & consumerReport
5 European Christmas markets you can visit by Eurostar
Plus, festive destinations worth a changeover
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Laurie Schnidman
Laurie Schnidman reginefredriks… Fri, 09/18/2026 - 16:28 Chief Product Officer, AI Ecosystem Experian UK
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Warning List addition logged: Morizon Ltd
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Sat 19 Sep
Which?Which? & consumerReport
Life insurance cash rewards – are they worth it?
You can get up to £150 for taking out life insurance, but there are more important things to consider when choosing cover