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Wednesday, Apr 3

21

Philly Controller finds city botched the rollout of a touted $22 million anti-violence program

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The fiscal watchdog office's report, which said funds had not been disbursed to areas hardest hit by gun violence, followed a 2023 Inquirer investigation into the Community Expansion Grants program.

Thursday, Mar 28

15

Russia's mass media watchdog blocks 600 resources with fake news about terrorist attacks

tass.com

Roskomnadzor said that after the terrorist attack on the Crocus City Hall, many new Telegram channels allegedly informing about upcoming terrorist attacks in Russia appeared

Tuesday, Mar 26

23

I'll never regret exposing the airport scandal - even though it cost me my job, writes former borders watchdog DAVID NEAL

www.dailymail.co.uk

DAVID NEAL: The situation at London City Airport didn't need explaining - it needed exposing.

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'Finfluencers' could face two years in prison for promoting unregulated products, warns City watchdog

www.dailymail.co.uk

The Financial Conduct Authority has warned social media influencers could be breaking the law if they promote unregulated financial products.

Thursday, Mar 21

13

Financial advisers are putting people's retirement at risk, says City watchdog

www.dailymail.co.uk

In extreme cases, poor advice has caused clients to lose valuable guarantees and incur unnecessary charges, the FCA said.

Wednesday, Mar 20

19

Retirement advice firms ‘not even getting basics right’, says City watchdog

www.standard.co.uk

The FCA has called on all regulated firms offering financial advice to review their processes when providing retirement income advice

Corruption, Sewage, Apathy: A Federal Watchdog on What He Saw at NYCHA

www.nytimes.com

For five years, Bart Schwartz monitored the New York City Housing Authority and tried to root out problems and corruption. In a final interview, he said he was hopeful.

Saturday, Mar 16

01

Hong Kong securities watchdog places major crypto exchange Bybit on alert list as local unit seeks licence in the city

www.scmp.com

The Securities and Futures Commission has warned investors about trading on Bybit, which is under scrutiny for offering suspicious virtual-asset products in Hong Kong.

Friday, Mar 15

10

Watchdog green lights end of free banking - but banks risk a customer revolt: JEFF PRESTRIDGE

www.dailymail.co.uk

I am sure bank bosses are already rejoicing. Yet more profits to keep the City happy - and yet more directors' bonuses. But they would have a fight on their hands here.

Thursday, Mar 14

15

‘Slap in the face’ for millions as City watchdog clears way for end of ‘free banking’

www.express.co.uk

The Financial Conduct Authority has said it "would not stand in the way" of moves to end the free banking model if lenders chose to offset rising regulation costs by charging fees.

Monday, Mar 11

06

UK accounting watchdog in talks to leave City of London

www.ft.com

Financial Reporting Council considers new sites in Canary Wharf or Stratford as plans to open Birmingham office face delays

Thursday, Feb 29

10

Sacked UK borders watchdog says home secretary must shake up his department or risk security breaches

www.theguardian.com

David Neal, who was fired for allegedly disclosing immigration failings at City Airport to the media, has urged James Cleverly to replace him to ensure proper scrutiny in Home Office

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Sunday, Feb 25

07

Goldman insider-trading conviction shows UK watchdog sharpening its teeth

www.ft.com

Financial Conduct Authority says case should be ‘wake-up call’ to City of London

Thursday, Feb 15

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Wednesday, Feb 7

18

Council set to press ahead with watchdog reforms despite ethics chief's warning of 'serious harm'

Newcastle City Council is pressing ahead with a plan to merge its audit and standards committees, a move which has sparked concern about their oversight roles being "downgraded"

Sunday, Feb 4

14

Conflict of interest row greets new boss of watchdog for City regulators

www.theguardian.com

Campaigners criticise Rachel Kent’s decision to remain as consultant at law firm advising finance clients and UK government