Tories unveil plans to fix 'broken' economy

clock

Conservative leader David Cameron will implement sweeping financial reforms to fix the "broken" UK economy should the Tories take power.

In a speech to the City this morning, Cameron attacked the Government on its economic policies over the last ten years and vowed to take action to strengthen the financial system damaged by the current credit crisis. The Tory leader criticised Gordon Brown for giving financial institutions free rein and for a soft stance on regulation. “We need proper regulation of our banking system,” Cameron says. “He (Brown) encouraged the risk taking culture in the banks. He was the one who created this mess in the first place." Cameron says a Conservatives government will set up a new debt respon...

To continue reading this article...

Join Professional Adviser for free

  • Unlimited access to real-time news, industry insights and market intelligence
  • Stay ahead of the curve with spotlights on emerging trends and technologies
  • Receive breaking news stories straight to your inbox in the daily newsletters
  • Make smart business decisions with the latest developments in regulation, investing retirement and protection
  • Members-only access to the editor’s weekly Friday commentary
  • Be the first to hear about our events and awards programmes

Join

 

Already a Professional Adviser member?

Login

More on Your profession

Reform for modern times: A fairer future for families

Reform for modern times: A fairer future for families

'Could reshape the legal and financial consequences of relationship breakdown'

Julia Peake
clock 17 June 2026 • 4 min read
Carla Brown: PFS will reassert itself as voice of the profession in 2026

Carla Brown: PFS will reassert itself as voice of the profession in 2026

PFS president and chair on building trust

Carla Brown
clock 16 June 2026 • 4 min read
Advisers need 'robust' scam protections as investment fraud losses hit £221m

Advisers need 'robust' scam protections as investment fraud losses hit £221m

Investment fraud up 40% year-on-year

Sophia Panayi
clock 15 June 2026 • 2 min read