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Ex-Barclays chief's failed UK court gamble set to embolden regulator

By Martin Coyle and Sofia Gerace ( June 26, 2025, 15:22 GMT | Comment) -- Former Barclays boss Jes Staley's failure to persuade a UK court to overturn an industry ban over his links to Jeffrey Epstein is a vindication for the country's financial services regulator — and will likely embolden it in going after senior executives for non-financial misconduct. It is soon due to publish a review of rules in the Senior Managers and Certification Regime to make top bankers more accountable for their wrongdoing.Former Barclays boss Jes Staley's failure to overturn an industry ban over his links to Jeffrey Epstein is a vindication for the UK financial services regulator — and will likely embolden it in taking on high-profile individuals accused of misconduct. ...

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