Aims & objectives

To claimants: to provide a high quality compensation scheme that is efficient, fair, approachable and responsive; and, where appropriate, to work proactively with insolvency practitioners and other persons and organisations in securing cost-effective redress for claimants and delivering compensation.

To our industry stakeholders: to provide an accountable and cost-efficient compensation service funded to the correct level; and to work proactively to secure recoveries from firms in default.

To the Financial Services Authority: while acknowledging our independence, to be accountable to the FSA as required by legislation; and generally to work in partnership for the benefit of the UK's regulatory system.

To the general public: to provide timely, relevant, accurate and accessible information about FSCS and its activities.

To FSCS staff: to provide a supportive, modern working environment based on equal opportunities, visible leadership, open communication, teamwork and well-targeted staff development that links rewards to achievement.