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Financial Services

Lords · Question HL1575 · Tabled 2 Jul 2026 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 15 Jul 2026

Question

Asked by Lord Austin of Dudley

To ask His Majesty's Government whether the powers conferred on the Financial Conduct Authority in the Financial Services and Markets Bill in schedule 2, paragraph 18, inserted new section 131Z12, are consistent with their objective of strengthening the U

Answer

Answered by Lord Livermore, 15 Jul 2026

The Government is committed to maintaining the UK’s position as a leading global financial centre, supported by a competitive, innovative and well-regulated payments ecosystem that delivers good outcomes for consumers, businesses and the wider economy. Th...