Funeral plans are now FSCS protected, as of 29 July 2022. But what does this mean for you if you’ve bought a funeral plan or you’re... Read more
#9 How FSCS protects funeral plans
If you’ve ever wondered exactly how to make a claim with FSCS, this is the podcast for you. If you need to claim now, or you just want to... Read more
#8 How to claim with FSCS in 3 steps
Many of us take financial advice when we’re choosing or swapping products like pensions and mortgages. But what exactly is financial advi... Read more
#7 Your guide to financial advice and FSCS protection
Imagine you’ve got an insurance policy and your insurance provider goes bust. Do you know what happens next and how FSCS can help? Jenny... Read more
#6 What happens if my insurer goes bust?
'Crypto connoisseur' Nigel hosts this episode and explores the world of cryptocurrencies with regular host Jess, colleague Jonathan and... Read more
#5 What are cryptocurrencies and what should I know before I invest?
Fraud & scams
The ongoing fight against scams
Sarah Marin talks about the challenges FSCS faces in preventing and reporting scams and why we’re keen to continue collaborating on scam prevention in 2022.
The worrying rise in online financial scams
We are passionate about preventing consumer harm at FSCS. Here is an update on what we are doing to tackle a growing and particularly toxic threat to consumers: scams.
Protecting your financial future
Low interest rates and market uncertainty during Covid-19 could be unsettling and scammers know that you might be considering your savings and investments.
Stay safe from scammers
Scammers always look for ways to make you part with your money but it’s easy to stay scam smart, spot fraudsters and keep safe online when claiming with FSCS.
FSCS news
Fortnightly financial five minutes #1 Damien Fahy, Founder of Money to the Masses
Nigel Yeates, Communications & Stakeholder Business Partner talks to Damien Fahy, Founder of Money to the Masses about personal finance.
Annual Report
Read our Annual Report and Accounts and Class Statements 2021/22 for more on our work during the year.
How FSCS supported customers of MCE Insurance
FSCS declared MCE Insurance Company Ltd in default on 19 November 2021. At that time it had close to 105,000 policyholders in the UK, creating a big job for FSCS's various teams.
Embracing responsible business in 2021/22
It goes without saying, 2021/22 was a tough year for many people in our communities. Here are just some of the activities FSCS engaged in this year to help the communities that are local to us.
Investing
What's crowdfunding? What are the risks?
Crowdfunding sites enable small businesses to raise funds from investors. Learn more about the types of crowdfunding and the risks that are involved.
Mini-bonds – should you invest?
Find out about mini-bonds, the risk they carry, and how to keep your money safe.
Podcasts
#9 How FSCS protects funeral plans
Funeral plans are now FSCS protected. Listen to our podcast to find out what this means for you if you’ve bought a funeral plan or you’re thinking of getting one.
#8 How to claim with FSCS in 3 steps
If you need to claim with FSCS now, or you just want to know more about the process, listen to our short podcast which explains the 3 steps to claiming online.
#7 Your guide to financial advice and FSCS protection
What is financial advice and how is it different from tips & guidance? Our podcast explores this and how FSCS can protect you if you’ve taken financial advice.
#6 What happens if my insurer goes bust?
Imagine you’ve got an insurance policy and your insurance provider goes bust. Do you know what happens next and how FSCS can help? Listen to our podcast to find out.
Protection
Five things to consider about cryptoassets
Before investing in cryptoassets, including cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin or Litecoin, consider these five things...
National Pension Tracing Day: is your pension FSCS protected?
People are being urged to trace their lost pension pots. Here we talk you through how you can make sure the money you recover is FSCS protected.
Pots, pockets, piggy banks and vaults: keeping track of your money (or e-money), and its FSCS protection
There are lots of clever tools to help you save for a big purchase. Your money might be split up to help you budget but how can you check if it's FSCS protected?
How much is your annual 'peace of mind' bill?
Can you insure your insurance? And if so, how much would that financial peace of mind cost? You may be surprised to learn that the answer is actually ‘nothing’.
Technology
Ready, debt, go: using automation to help our debt management customers
Determined to go the extra mile for our customers, we created an innovative new automation tool that saved nearly two years for our first debt management customers.
Finding the needle in the haystack
The more complex the claim, the longer it takes for us to handle. We're always looking for smarter ways to work so we can help our customers as soon as possible.
FSCS embraces artificial intelligence to help customers
FSCS is pioneering the use of artificial intelligence (AI) to help process claims - it's our latest innovation to improve the experience for our customers.
Fintech in banking
Fintech in banking is changing how we manage our money. Learn about the apps, banks & platforms shaping the industry with blockchain, robo-advisors and more.