UK regulator expands review into handling of Andriesz whistleblowing case
( November 2, 2026, 10:57 GMT | Official Statement) -- MLex Summary: The UK's financial regulator said it will look into whether it met its responsibilities under whistleblowing law and followed its own policies and procedures over its interactions with Simon Andriesz, a whistleblower who took his own life following disclosures he made. The Financial Conduct Authority opened an independent review into its handling of the case following Andriesz's death in September. The regulator has faced intense criticism over its dealings with the former banker. Statement follows. Terms of reference attached....
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