Britain’s financial watchdog has unveiled a raft of measures to encourage investing in stocks and shares as part of efforts to help revive the flagging London market.

The Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) set out changes to help increase consumer access to investments and help them take informed risks, which could see a shift away from the “your capital is at risk” blanket warnings on products.

It is proposing new rules for product information on investments, while also drawing a more distinct line between retail and professional investors who may not need to come within the scope of retail regulations.

The steps are part of wider efforts to “move the dial on risk” and encourage investors away from just investing in cash, according to the regulator.

Simon Walls, executive director

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