FCA draws up tougher rules to protect women from workplace abuse

Watchdog thought to be including guidance on its fit and proper' test for non-financial misconduct

The City watchdog is proposing to toughen its fit and proper persons" test to crack down on workplace misconduct in an effort to make the finance industry a safer work environment for women.

In a consultation paper to be published on Monday, the Financial Conduct Authority will put forward stricter rules against abusers and regulated firms that may have failed to punish offenders.