The UK Financial Services Regulation Committee, led by Baroness Noakes, begins an inquiry into the growth and regulatory challenges of stablecoins, with public submissions due by March 2026.
On January 29, 2026, the UK Financial Services Regulation Committee began an inquiry into the growth of stablecoins and proposed regulation. Baroness Noakes will lead the study, with submissions required by March 11, 2026. The inquiry will assess the potential impact on financial services, monetary policy, and market competition, highlighting the government's growing focus on digital assets.