Former Barclays bank boss Diamond rejects criticism

Former Barclays boss Bob Diamond has hit back at suggestions that he misled MPs over regulators' concerns about activities at the embattled bank.

The ex-chief executive said claims that he was "less than candid" when he appeared before the Commons Treasury Select Committee last week were "totally unfair and unfounded" - and indicated he was ready to be questioned again to defend his reputation in the wake of the rate-rigging scandal.