The Guardian
What holds, and what fails, under pressure, standards and accountability.
Lucy Rigby fits the Guardian archetype, a leader whose instinct is to protect institutions, rules and the public interest. Her career before Parliament was built on exactly that, as a competition lawyer and legal director at the consumer group Which?, where she pursued redress on behalf of ordinary consumers against large firms.
“I want to be really clear about this: people who need in-person banking must be able to access essential services, including those in rural communities. That is exactly why I commissioned the independent review on access to banking services, which will gather data about current access to banking services.”
House of Commons8 September 2026Source ↗
“We have delivered the Pension Schemes Act 2026, established a framework to monitor delivery of the Mansion House accord, enabled targeted support for consumers and launched measures to help to build a stronger retail investment culture, a point I will come back to.”
House of Commons1 September 2026Source ↗
“Many small businesses also continue to rely on face-to-face support and cash services. Around 3.3 million current account holders did not bank online or through a mobile app in 2024. That is a significant number.”
House of Commons1 September 2026Source ↗
“Border communities rely on strong transport links, and my hon. Friend is a strong advocate for the interests of his constituency and those in the surrounding area. The Government are delivering for people in all parts of the UK, including investments that will benefit those on both sides of the English-Welsh border.”
House of Commons23 June 2026Source ↗
OTA Leadership Index: “Public record read”
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