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Simon Walls
Executive Director for Markets at the Financial Conduct Authority, responsible for market structure and capital markets policy, leading reforms to reduce regulatory barriers for UK capital raising.
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Jan 19, 2026
• 8min
FCA's Walls Talks UK Deregulation, 'Golden Age' For The City
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Simon Walls, Executive Director for Markets at the Financial Conduct Authority, discusses exciting reforms aimed at making it easier for retail investors to access corporate bonds, including new rules allowing purchases from just £1. He highlights a pro-competition agenda to increase market participation and improve the UK’s capital-raising efficiency. With a focus on balancing risk and retail protection, Walls emphasizes London's strengths in competitive markets. This visionary approach signals a new era for the City, driven by innovation and inclusivity.
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