RBS
The government has the power to stop Hester’s bonus, they just don’t want to
The government has the power to do exactly what it says it can’t, and stop Stephen Hester, the director of the failed RBS bank, getting a million pound bonus.
All in it together? RBS fat cat “in line for £7m payout”. Seven. Million
Shamik Das reports on RBS chief Stephen Hester’s obscene bonus and pay packages - which could see him receive seven million pounds for 2011.
Cameron recognises the eurozone problem – but too late for Dexia
Alex Hern reports on the David Cameron’s interview in this morning’s Financial Times, and the FT’s policy prescriptions for the eurozone.
Clegg’s silly share giveaway
George Irvin responds to Nick Clegg's share giveaway idea for the bailed-out RBS and Lloyds.
Balls: Government must explain impact of Clegg’s bank share proposals
Ed Balls today called on the government to "urgently explain" the impact on public finances of Nick Clegg's proposals to give away shares in the bailed-out banks.
Osborne’s weakness on banking reforms risks another financial crisis
George Osborne, caught between conflicting interests, is not carrying out the necessary banking reforms to ensure the stability of the industry.