Prop scene at London BBs?

Hey,

Since the US scene is pretty much dead due to Volcker, I'm just wondering is there still much opportunity in the City for a prop trader looking at BBs? I'm sure the situation at UBS has hurt things but is there still hope for prop at BBs?

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