UK introduces new travel restrictions to combat Omicron variant

The new measures follow new Spanish restrictions on UK travellers due to the Covid variant

FCA proposes stronger oversight requirements for appointed representatives

The UK Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has launched a consultation on tackling potential harm caused by appointed representatives

The government will replace the requirement with tighter testing protocols from 4 December

The government had previously said international flights would return on 15 December

Mask restrictions on public transport will also be extended until March under the new measures

The plan is intended to guide improvements to the service’s efficiency and effectiveness