FCA fines against individuals plummet despite growing pressure on senior staff

Ahead of SMCR rollout

Mike Sheen
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Fines issued to individuals by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) fell by nearly 95% in 2017, but this is ahead of a growing emphasis on the personal accountability of senior staff at financial service firms by the regulator.

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