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The fate of the financial services authority: Bought back from the brink or on the edge of a precipice? (2010)
Journal Article
Chambers, C. (2010). The fate of the financial services authority: Bought back from the brink or on the edge of a precipice?. Business Law Review, 31(8/9), 198-200

It has not just been the electorate which has been held in turmoil in recent days but also the fate of the Financial Services Authority (FSA) and the Bank of England regarding their future role in financial regulation. Now that the United Kingdom (UK... Read More about The fate of the financial services authority: Bought back from the brink or on the edge of a precipice?.

Banking on reform in 2010: Is regulatory change ever enough and will the general election hold the answers for the financial services industry? (2010)
Journal Article
Chambers, C. (2010). Banking on reform in 2010: Is regulatory change ever enough and will the general election hold the answers for the financial services industry?. Law Teacher, 44(2), 218-234. https://doi.org/10.1080/03069400.2010.486281

Over the past three years the financial service industry within the UnitedKingdom has undergone a major crisis. No part of the industry has goneuntouched and even the regulators and the Government have comeunder fire for their part in promulgating th... Read More about Banking on reform in 2010: Is regulatory change ever enough and will the general election hold the answers for the financial services industry?.

"Innovation in inclusion" - a financial m-learning game: Part two (2010)
Journal Article
Chambers, C., & Shufflebottom, M. (2010). "Innovation in inclusion" - a financial m-learning game: Part two. Law Teacher, 44(2), 117-136. https://doi.org/10.1080/03069400.2010.486163

The second part of this paper outlines the research for designing an m-learning (mobile phone) financial education game to counter financial exclusion. The paper explains the results from the research which designed a game to test the hypothesis that... Read More about "Innovation in inclusion" - a financial m-learning game: Part two.

US financial recovery: Political regulations or a plan for the future? (2010)
Journal Article
Chambers, C. (2010). US financial recovery: Political regulations or a plan for the future?. Journal of Banking Regulation, 11(3), 240-255. https://doi.org/10.1057/jbr.2010.12

Although many commentators are examining and expounding the economic crisis, as it affects the United Kingdom, it is important to note that the economic crisis is global. The economic crisis in its commencement emanated a ripple effect of pervasive e... Read More about US financial recovery: Political regulations or a plan for the future?.

The Financial Services Act 2010: how will the FSA rise to meet its new challenges? (2010)
Journal Article
Chambers, C., & Ryder, N. (2010). The Financial Services Act 2010: how will the FSA rise to meet its new challenges?. Financial Regulation International, 13(3),

The United Kingdom’s (UK) financial services industry and regulators were rocked by the recent global financial crisis. The Financial Services Act 2010 (the Act) provides the Financial Services Authority (FSA) with more powers and statutory duties in... Read More about The Financial Services Act 2010: how will the FSA rise to meet its new challenges?.

"Innovation in inclusion" - a financial m-learning game: Part one (2010)
Journal Article
Chambers, C., & Shufflebottom, M. (2010). "Innovation in inclusion" - a financial m-learning game: Part one. Law Teacher, 44(1), 17-31. https://doi.org/10.1080/03069400903541302

This is part one of a two-part paper. The papers outline the research for designing an m-learning (mobile phone) financial education game to counter financial exclusion. The paper will explain what led the researchers to use an m-learning game and wh... Read More about "Innovation in inclusion" - a financial m-learning game: Part one.

The Banking Act 2009: A historical piece of legislation or a relic of our time? Only history can tell (2010)
Journal Article
Chambers, C. (2010). The Banking Act 2009: A historical piece of legislation or a relic of our time? Only history can tell. International Journal of Liability and Scientific Enquiry, 3(1/2), 72-85. https://doi.org/10.1504/IJLSE.2010.031824

Our future is unwritten, this cannot be doubted. However, could it be that our banking history could hold the answers that could save us from the economic crisis that is ravaging our nation and societies future? The new Banking Act 2009 as well as ma... Read More about The Banking Act 2009: A historical piece of legislation or a relic of our time? Only history can tell.

E-banking and e-fraud: A comparative investigation in Jamaica and the UK (2010)
Journal Article
Turksen, U., & Chambers, C. (2010). E-banking and e-fraud: A comparative investigation in Jamaica and the UK

The unprecedented growth of 'e-banking' has nullified the traditional methods of banking and transformed the way millions of customers conduct banking transactions. E-banking has many benefits and has been created in a technological age to aid busin... Read More about E-banking and e-fraud: A comparative investigation in Jamaica and the UK.

Financial crisis management and bank resolution (2010)
Journal Article
Chambers, C. (2010). Financial crisis management and bank resolution. Journal of Banking Regulation, 12(1), 91-93. https://doi.org/10.1057/jbr.2010.23

At a time when financial regulation in the banking world is uncertain and strained books such as this is integral to the understanding, teaching and learning of the subject. This collection of works is an excellent example of how banking regulation h... Read More about Financial crisis management and bank resolution.

Financial exclusion and banking regulation in the United Kingdom: A template analysis (2010)
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Chambers, C. (2010). Financial exclusion and banking regulation in the United Kingdom: A template analysis

This thesis examines the self-regulatory nature of the United Kingdom banking industry in relation to its effectiveness at promoting financial inclusion. This exploration is conducted through an examination of the changing culture of the banking indu... Read More about Financial exclusion and banking regulation in the United Kingdom: A template analysis.

How virtual are virtual economies? An exploration into the legal, social and economic nature of virtual world economies (2010)
Book Chapter
Chambers, C. (2010). How virtual are virtual economies? An exploration into the legal, social and economic nature of virtual world economies. In S. Kirkegaard, & P. Kirkegaard (Eds.), Private Law, rights duties and conflicts (172-185). Kirkegaard

Virtual world economies are undoubtedly increasing in growth, participation and importance. Their macroeconomic impact has already been seen as important in the real world economies, however its governance and jurisdiction is unclear. This paper will... Read More about How virtual are virtual economies? An exploration into the legal, social and economic nature of virtual world economies.

The credit crunch and mortgage fraud- too little too late? A comparative analysis of the policies adopted in the United States of America and the United Kingdom (2010)
Book Chapter
Chambers, C., & Ryder, N. (2010). The credit crunch and mortgage fraud- too little too late? A comparative analysis of the policies adopted in the United States of America and the United Kingdom. In I. Balogh, & S. Kis (Eds.), Housing, housing costs and mortgages: Tends, impact and prediction. Nova Science Publishers

The credit crunch - Are credit unions able to ride out the storm? (2009)
Journal Article
Ryder, N., & Chambers, C. (2009). The credit crunch - Are credit unions able to ride out the storm?. Journal of Banking Regulation, 11(1), 76-86. https://doi.org/10.1057/jbr.2009.14

Credit unions are financial co-operatives that conduct their business for their members. The principal purpose of a credit union is to receive deposits from and make loans to members. They do not serve the general public. Membership is restricted by... Read More about The credit crunch - Are credit unions able to ride out the storm?.

Gambling on compliance with the new 2005 Act: Do organisations fulfil new regulations? (2009)
Journal Article
Chambers, C., & Willox, C. (2009). Gambling on compliance with the new 2005 Act: Do organisations fulfil new regulations?. International Review of Law, Computers and Technology, 23(3), 203-215. https://doi.org/10.1080/13600860903262263

Gambling is not a new phenomenon. Indeed gambling has been seen to be omnipresent throughout history and culture. However gambling has taken a new path. Online gambling is fast becoming a major pastime for many of society. The ease of access and conv... Read More about Gambling on compliance with the new 2005 Act: Do organisations fulfil new regulations?.

Another day another culprit: Corporate governance – is it to blame for the banking crisis? (2009)
Journal Article
Chambers, C. (2009). Another day another culprit: Corporate governance – is it to blame for the banking crisis?. Business Law Review, 30(12), 264-269

This paper aims to explore the corporate governance of banks in economic crisis and whether poor corporate governance has led to the crisis. The aim of this paper is to demonstrate the complex world of financial regulation and that corporate govern... Read More about Another day another culprit: Corporate governance – is it to blame for the banking crisis?.

The banking sector and CSR: An unholy alliance? (2009)
Journal Article
Chambers, C., & Day, R. (2009). The banking sector and CSR: An unholy alliance?. Financial Regulation International, 12(9), 13-20

Corporate social responsibility (CSR), financial exclusion and banks are not happy bed fellows, yet their relationship and working partnership is essential to ensure financial security within a stable economy. The position of this paper is to context... Read More about The banking sector and CSR: An unholy alliance?.

The Turner Review: A verbose attempt at curbing the cycle (2009)
Journal Article
Chambers, C. (2009). The Turner Review: A verbose attempt at curbing the cycle. Business Law Review, 30(7), 158-160

This article explores the 28 recommendations posed by the Turner Review to ensure that the current economic crisis does not occur again. It sets them within the context of the debate on economic procyclicality, noting that, in economic history, finan... Read More about The Turner Review: A verbose attempt at curbing the cycle.

The funding of credit unions - Where has all the money gone? (2008)
Journal Article
Chambers, C., & Ryder, N. (2008). The funding of credit unions - Where has all the money gone?. Journal of Social Welfare and Family Law, 30(3), 243-252. https://doi.org/10.1080/09649060802550717

The aim of this article is to critically assess the impact of government funding upon the growth of credit unions in the United Kingdom (UK) in light of the unprecedented level of financial support provided by the Labour government since 1997. The ar... Read More about The funding of credit unions - Where has all the money gone?.

Bursting the mortgage bubble (2008)
Journal Article
Ryder, N., & Chambers-Jones, C. (2008). Bursting the mortgage bubble. New Law Journal, 158(7326), 882-883