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The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) said it has overhauled its systems and processes after it was found to have been "seriously inadequate" in its response to a media blunder earlier this year.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has apologised for shortcomings in its handling of a media briefing ahead of the publication of its latest business review, saying it accepts the criticisms and will implement changes to "sharpen its focus".

A Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) decision to brief a national newspaper on its plans to review long-term insurance contracts - which prompted significant falls in the share prices of several major providers - was "high risk" and inadequate, according...

Investment companies fight for recognition

The winners of Investment Week's Investment Company of the Year Awards 2014 were crowned at a ceremony in London on 25 November.

The number of financial advisers has risen slightly since the implementation of the Retail Distribution Review (RDR), although there has been a dip this year, according to new FCA figures.

Investor support for Japan on the rise

Where did the smart money go in October?

Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) technical specialist Rory Percival has said too many regulatory requirements concerning what charges need to be disclosed on investment and savings products make it difficult for advisers to compare costs.