Protect your money with FSCS

If you’re part-way through a claim with us or you’ve just received your compensation, knowing what to do next with your money can feel daunting. In this episode, returning host Conor and podcast newbie Paul talk specifically about pensions claims and the actions you can take to get back on track with your money, plus which organisations are there to help you.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/p...

In this episode we answer questions we’re often asked about how we protect ‘deposits’: the money in your bank, building society or credit union. We talk about how much compensation we can pay and how quickly, how we’re funded (spoiler: it’s not by the taxpayer) and how we can step in if a bank fails. Listen to hear the answers to these and other questions we’re often asked about our deposit protec...

On International Women’s Day, Jess is joined by FSCS Chief Financial Officer Fiona and non-executive Board member Cathryn for a personal and insightful conversation about women in finance. They discuss gender diversity, whether or not we still need the Women in Finance Charter, and why we must nurture the pipeline of future female leaders. Fiona and Cathryn share their personal experiences of bein...

The financial services industry can seem like a confusing place, full of organisations that begin with F. In this short episode we talk through who they are and the different roles they play. We also give you some examples of different situations, so you know where to go for help.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In this short episode, Nigel and Paul talk you through what happens once you’ve submitted your claim application. Listen to learn more about the steps our experienced claims handlers take as part of their investigations into your claim and the stages your claim will go through.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

FSCS is best known for paying compensation to customers when financial firms fail. But did you know that behind the scenes we also work to recover the costs of the compensation we pay? This episode sheds some light on how our recoveries work adds value for our customers and levy payers, even after compensation has been paid.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

How would you rate your maths skills? Half of working age adults in the UK have the numeracy of a primary school child so it's crucial we make numbers easier to understand. In this episode we talk to Mike Ellicock, founder and chief executive of Plain Numbers, about how to make numbers more accessible so people can make sound financial decisions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more inf...

Our money is more precious than ever at the moment with the price of pretty much everything rising. We’ve teamed up with Which? to give you three ways to keep your money safe in these uncertain times.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Sometimes events occur that mean our bank balance is much higher than usual, like a house sale, inheritance or redundancy payout. At FSCS we call this a ‘temporary high balance’ and can protect it up to £1m for six months. Find out more in this short mini-pod.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Join us for a thought-provoking, honest and warm chat about diversity, inclusion, tackling racial inequity and much more. It’s a slightly different topic to our usual episodes but we think you’ll agree it’s a gem of a conversation between FSCS colleagues David and Theresa, with Emmanuel from the Aleto Foundation.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘In default’ is a classic FSCS term that’s often used but rarely understood. If you’ve heard the term and wondered what on earth it means, listen to this short mini-pod for an explanation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Whether you’re a SIPP expert or you have no idea what a SIPP is (spoiler alert: it’s a self-invested personal pension) in this episode Jess, returning guest Emma and podcast newbie Tim explain exactly what SIPPs are and how FSCS can protect you if you have one.   Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

When you claim with FSCS, you can do it directly with us (for free) or use a representative to handle it for you. Listen to this short mini-pod to hear Nigel and Adam explain your options. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 thinking of getting one? Jess talks to Conor and Sarah in this episode to explain the different ways FSCS can help if your funeral plan provider goes bust. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 know a bit more about what’s involved, grab a cuppa and take 15 minutes to listen to our 3 simple steps to claiming online. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Many of us take financial advice when we’re choosing or swapping products like pensions and mortgages. But what exactly is financial advice and how is it different from tips and guidance? In this episode Jess is joined by colleague Emma and MoneyHelper’s Jenny to discuss this and how FSCS can protect you if you’ve taken financial advice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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 and Martin from our insurance team join Jess to talk about what you can expect to happen and the different ways that FSCS can help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘Crypto connoisseur’ Nigel hosts this episode and explores the world of cryptocurrencies with regular host Jess, colleague Jonathan and Emma from Global Digital Finance. Crypto can be a complex area so we break it all down simply and explore exactly what cryptocurrencies are, plus some things to consider before you invest. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

‘It’s easy to see why scams cause a lot of anxiety and stress for people – it’s the digital equivalent of someone breaking into your home and stealing all your money and possessions.’ Listen to our latest episode where Jess talks to colleagues Charlotte and Guy all about scams and high-risk investments.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Jess chats to colleagues Conor and Emma (a self-confessed pensions nerd) about what a pension actually is and why it’s so important we all make sure our pensions are protected. If you’re not sure how to go about doing this, don’t worry – we’ll explain how our Pension Protection Checker can help. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Host Jess Spiers chats to our friends at MoneyHelper in this episode and we explore the link between money and mental health. We give you three actions you can take to feel more confident and in control of your money and share one thing we’re all going to do to make a positive change to our own finances.  Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

In the first episode of Protect your money with FSCS, host Jess Spiers sits down with FSCS Chief of Staff Debbie Stimpson and FSCS Chief Communications Officer Lila Pleban to bust three common myths about FSCS. We’ll tell you who we are, what we do and how we can help to protect your money – and have a few laughs along the way. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.