Brexit Paradox: UK Seeks More EU Red Tape As France Backs London As Banking Hub, Denying Win For Germany

• Brexit’s latest twist Britain pushes the EU to increase red tape
• France backs UK as banking mecca, denying Germany win in Brexit surprise • Some in Brussels thought Brexit was a chance to reroute financial “plumbing” away from London but the banks still had eyes for the U.K. • Nadia Calviño overcomes another hurdle in bid for EIB top job • EU lawmakers look set to boost Spain’s hopes in race for top banking job