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LONDON, Jan 7 (Reuters) - Top officials at Britain'sFinancial Conduct Authority have been called to appear before apanel of lawmakers to explain why the watchdog ditched a reviewof banking culture.
The review was part of the FCA's 2015 business plan but lastmonth it was shelved, sparking concern among some lawmakers thatthe watchdog was under pressure from the government to softenits approach to banks.
"The FCA's decision to drop its review of bank culture doesseem curious," Andrew Tyrie, chairman of parliament's TreasurySelect Committee, said in a statement.
The committee has asked FCA Chairman John Griffith-Jones,and acting chief executive, Tracey McDermott, to appear beforeit.
(Reporting by Huw Jones; editing by Jason Neely)
