NBSP – Fine Assets & Local News – Wednesday, 10 December 2025

✓📰 Sophie Hutcherson reappointed as non-executive director to the FCA Board Sophie Hutcherson has been officially reappointed as a Non-Executive Director to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Board by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury. Her new term will span three years, concluding on 16 April 2029. Hutcherson's expertise and experience will continue to play…
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✓📰 Sophie Hutcherson reappointed as non-executive director to the FCA Board
Sophie Hutcherson has been officially reappointed as a Non-Executive Director to the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) Board by the Economic Secretary to the Treasury. Her new term will span three years, concluding on 16 April 2029. Hutcherson’s expertise and experience will continue to play a vital role in overseeing the FCA’s responsibilities and ensuring that it meets its regulatory obligations. This reappointment not only highlights her contributions during her first term but also underscores the importance of stability and continuity in the governance of the FCA.
[Date: 10 December 2025]
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📉 FCA simplifies insurance rules and plans further reviews of requirements
In a significant move aimed at enhancing the insurance sector, the FCA has announced a series of changes designed to simplify its rules, thereby reducing costs for insurers while ensuring that smaller commercial customers remain protected. The finalized rules will grant insurance firms greater flexibility and responsibility regarding their product offerings, including how frequently they should review their insurance products. This initiative is part of the FCA’s ongoing commitment to streamline regulations and make the insurance market more efficient and competitive.
[Date: 10 December 2025]
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🌍 FCA sets out proposals to make ESG ratings transparent, reliable and comparable
The FCA has unveiled proposals aimed at enhancing the transparency, reliability, and comparability of environmental, social, and governance (ESG) ratings. These proposals are expected to yield approximately £500 million in net benefits over the next decade, as ESG ratings significantly influence investment decisions, risk management, and regulatory reporting. By establishing clearer standards for ESG ratings, the FCA aims to bolster investor confidence and ensure that these ratings accurately reflect the sustainability practices of companies.
[Date: 10 December 2025]
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David took an unusual route into pawnbroking, moving into the industry after a successful career in show business. Between the ages of 17 and 26, he worked as a professional actor, appearing in a variety of productions on both stage and screen. In 1996 he even won the prestigious Perrier Award for acting at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

His pawnbroking career in London started quite by chance after he discovered the future site of New Bond Street Pawnbrokers during an acting audition in 1999. Immediately seeing the shop s potential, he turned it into a successful pawn shop London business and went on to become one of the UKs top pawnbrokers.

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Mariana has been working in the pawnbroking industry since 2014. She enthusiastically embraces her newly found interest in watches. Mariana thoroughly enjoys working with customers, building strong relationships, and over her long and distinguished career, she has distinguished herself through excellent communication skills and high personal integrity. In 2025, Mariana won the prestigious “Employee of the Year” Award from the National Pawnbroking Association (NPA).

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Having worked in the pawnbroking industry for 20 years, Susana offers a high level of knowledge within the lending sector.  Her expertise is key to the daily business at New Bond Street Pawnbrokers where she ensures that compliance is adhered to. With a keen interest in the satisfaction and experience of our clients, Susana is a huge asset to the team and is a fundamental part of the day-to-day running of the company.

Employee of the Year 2021 – National Pawnbroking Association Awards (NPA) 

David Sonnenthal

David Sonnenthal took an unusual route into pawnbroking, moving into the industry after a successful career in show business. Between the ages of 17 and 26, he worked as a professional actor, appearing in a variety of productions on both stage and screen. In 1996 he even won the prestigious Perrier Award for acting at the Edinburgh Fringe Festival.

His pawnbroking career in London started quite by chance after he discovered the future site of New Bond Street Pawnbrokers during an acting audition in 1999. Immediately seeing the shop’s potential, he turned it into a successful pawn shop London business and went on to become one of the UK’s top pawnbrokers.

David is a highly respected figure in the pawnbroking industry, winning the National Pawnbroker Association’s award six times in 2025, 2024, 2022, 2021, 2019, and 2008. Over the course of his 25-year career, he has gained a reputation as one of the pioneers of UK and London’s pawnbroking. He is a regular fixture in the British media, often providing expert advice on market values.

Never one to lose touch with his roots, David has even managed to continue his entertainment career as the resident dealer on Channel 4’s popular Four Rooms TV series.

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