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Wider FCA misconduct rule risks over-reporting of staff

Law360, London: The rule change proposed by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) on non-financial misconduct for 37,000 companies outside the banking sector will generate pressure on businesses to protectively report employees to the FCA rather than risk later accusations of noncompliance.

Government tables amendments to the Employment Rights Bill for consideration at Lords Report Stage

On the evening of 7 July 2025, the government tabled the latest amendments to the Employment Rights Bill (ERB). The 64-page document includes both government and non-government amendments. The latter will probably not be passed and so are unlikely to find their way into the final Act. The amendments will be considered at the House of Lords Report Stage which begins on 14 July, with subsequent sittings scheduled on 16, 21 and 23 July.

FATF publishes report revealing widespread deficiencies in terrorist financing controls

The Financial Action Task Force (FATF) has published a report identifying that 69% of assessed jurisdictions show major deficiencies in terrorist financing enforcement. The report documents evolving financing methods, including increased use of digital technologies, decentralised operations and convergence with organised crime. Based on data from 80 jurisdictions and 840 private sector submissions, FATF has outlined recommendations for enhanced international cooperation and provided risk indicators for detection. The findings highlight gaps in countries' ability to investigate and prosecute terrorist financing cases effectively.

Defra announces record EA budget under Water (Special Measures) Act enforcement powers

The Department for Environment, Food & Rural Affairs (Defra) has announced that the Environment Agency (EA) will receive £189m for water regulation in 2025/2026, representing a 64% increase from 2023/2024. The funding, derived from water company charges under the Water (Special Measures) Act, enables expanded enforcement powers including cost recovery levies and criminal prosecutions. The EA has launched 81 criminal investigations since July 2024 and plans 10,000 water company asset inspections this year. The Act introduces new enforcement mechanisms including executive liability for pollution cover-ups.

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