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UK Government Unveils Plans to Boost Growth and Competitiveness in Financial Services

The UK government, led by Chancellor Rachel Reeves, has announced a strategic plan to enhance growth and competitiveness in financial services. Key highlights include:

  1. Regulatory Reform: The government is overhauling financial regulations to encourage innovation and economic growth, shifting away from a risk-averse framework established post-2008.
  2. National Payments Vision: Aiming to modernize payments infrastructure, the plan prioritizes open banking and account-to-account (A2A) payments, supported by next-generation technologies.
  3. Green Finance Initiatives: Measures are being introduced to advance sustainable finance, with a focus on eco-friendly investment options.
  4. Digital Innovation: A pilot for a Digital Gilt Instrument using distributed ledger technology (DLT) will be launched, signaling a commitment to fintech development.
  5. Consumer Protection Enhancements: Updates to the Financial Ombudsman Service framework and coordinated efforts among regulators will ensure stronger consumer safeguards.

These reforms aim to position the UK as a global leader in financial innovation while promoting sustainable economic growth.

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