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What Next For UK Banking?
On Monday, 14 December, the New Statesman brought together representatives of the three main political parties for a timely discussion about the future of UK banking.
Chaired by Alex Brummer, the Question Time-type event enabled an audience representing key stakeholders to explore the challenges created by the Banking crisis and debate how government might bring about a more sustainable banking sector. Indeed, can policy measures instigate reform without impeding economic growth and the competitiveness of the UK?
The discussion touched on a wide range of themes reflecting the concerns and interests of the audience. The purpose of the event was to assess the importance of a dynamic banking sector and its merits as a major contributor to the UK's status as a world-class, balanced and growing economy and one which competes successfully on a global level. The discussion should not stop there - the New Statesman invites the panellists, participants and its readers to ask questions and continue the debate here.
The New Statesman is grateful for the enthusiasm and support of Barclays, without which this event would not be possible.
Read more about the expert panel, chaired by Alex Brummer.
Download the full PDF version here
Question 7 - Reforming the banking system in the UK
How will these plans come together, who is going to implement them, and when is all this likely to happen?
Question 6 - A balanced approach to risk and reward
Have we missed the opportunity to regulate the banking sector?
Question 5 - A more sound financial system
What would the panel do to ensure we have a more inclusive, well governed, accountable, and efficient financial system?
Question 4 - Further public sector investment
If banks need capital in order to lend more, would it be wrong to simply force them to accept a further public sector investment?
Question 3 - Transfering supervisory functions from the FSA to the Bank of England
Is the panel in favour of the Conservative party's proposal?
Question 2 - The UK government has had a reluctant approach to the idea of a European Regulatory Authority
Are the Tories and Liberal Democrats satisfied with the ECOFIN agreement?
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Barclays bank tops the FSA list for having the most amount of disgruntled customers in comparison to other high-street banks.
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Bank of England governor says it's time to separate retail and investment banking.
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