Jes Staley Faces Scrutiny Over Relationship with Jeffrey Epstein in FCA Tribunal

The former Barclays CEO denies misleading regulators about his ties to Epstein as evidence of close personal connections is presented in court.

Jes Staley, former Barclays CEO, is contesting a Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) lifetime ban and £1.8 million fine for allegedly misleading regulators about his relationship with Jeffrey Epstein.
Emails presented in court reveal Staley and Epstein referred to each other as 'family,' with Epstein describing Staley as a close friend to figures like Prince Andrew and others.
The FCA alleges Staley misrepresented the depth of his ties to Epstein, citing over 1,000 emails and instances of continued contact after Epstein's 2008 conviction for soliciting a minor.
Staley admitted to a consensual sexual encounter with a member of Epstein's staff but denied awareness of Epstein's criminal activities, describing their relationship as professional and personal.
The court also examined Epstein's involvement in supporting Staley's daughter's academic career, with Staley expressing frustration over what he called an invasion of privacy.