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BoE sets 2026/27 fees, PRA budget reduced by 1.4 percent
The Bank of England has published its final policy statement on regulated fees and levies for 2026/27. The Prudential Regulation Authority's total funding requirement is set at £345.3 million, a 1.4 percent reduction from the previous year.
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FPC warns of rising risks from leverage, AI and sovereign debt
The Bank of England's Financial Policy Committee (FPC) highlighted persistent vulnerabilities in risky asset valuations, sovereign debt, and private credit markets.
Equity leverage, AI and sovereign debt elevate stability risks
The Bank of England's Financial Policy Committee (FPC) highlights increased leverage in equity markets and emerging AI risks as new vulnerabilities to financial stability.
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FPC lowers bank capital benchmark to 13 percent
The Bank of England's Financial Policy Committee (FPC) has reduced its benchmark for system-wide Tier 1 capital requirements to 13 percent of risk-weighted assets.
PRA clarifies O-SII buffer usability in systemic stress
The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has clarified its ability to release Other Systemically Important Institution (O-SII) buffers during systemic stress.
Rhys Phillips named new BoE Chief Cashier
The Bank of England has appointed Rhys Phillips as its new Chief Cashier and Director of Notes.
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Mann weighs inflation persistence, signals longer rate hold
Bank of England policymaker Catherine L. Mann indicated a shift towards a longer hold on interest rates, citing persistent inflation risks despite mixed economic signals.
UK and EU approaches differ on benchmarks, stablecoins and AI
The London FXJSC Legal Sub-Committee reviewed evolving regulatory frameworks for FX benchmarks, stablecoins, and artificial intelligence at its March 17, 2026 meeting.
PRA clarifies FSCS deposit reporting for firms
The Prudential Regulation Authority (PRA) has reminded firms of their obligations under the Depositor Protection Part of the PRA Rulebook.
Regulatory digest proposes Basel 3.1 changes, launches AI survey
The Bank of England's latest regulatory digest features proposed adjustments to Basel 3.1 market risk rules and the launch of its 2026 AI Survey for UK financial services firms.
Agentic AI accelerates cyber risks, challenges financial stability
Bank of England Executive Director Sarah Breeden warned that accelerating agentic AI capabilities pose a double challenge for central banks and financial stability.
BoE, FCA detail joint regulation for systemic stablecoins
The Bank of England and the Financial Conduct Authority have published a document detailing their joint regulatory approach for systemic stablecoin issuers in the UK.