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David Seaman event sets FCA back £70,000

Regulator hired the former England and Arsenal goalkeeper to teach the public about the importance of saving

Arsenal shot-stopper David Seaman appeared 75 times for England between 1988 and 2002
Arsenal shot-stopper David Seaman appeared 75 times for England between 1988 and 2002 Photo: Stuart MacFarlane/Getty Images

The Financial Conduct Authority spent nearly £70,000 on a savings awareness event that featured England and Arsenal great David Seaman.

The legendary goalkeeper appeared on a makeshift football pitch outside Kings Cross station in March. The challenge was to save as many penalties as possible from the public in five minutes, while a saver switched their account on the sidelines, to highlight the importance of making the most of your savings.

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