Can you explain what you are or not doing when the noise is there.
Such as:
Is it when you turn the steering wheel?
What location does it appear to come from?
Is it when car is moving or stopped?
My FD had the same thing. It wasn't intrusive while driving but then I'm a bit lacking in the hearing department.
Don't think I ever resolved it.
At one stage Fulcrum Suspension had the steering column out to do some experimenting with a new diagnostic tool they had and replaced the bush for me for free as compensation.
Pretty sure it was still there afterwards.
Having said all that, I'd be removing any easily accessible plastic shrouds and checking for any rub points. Maybe see if the noise is still there with them off.