Useful finance links

Financial Services Authority

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) is an independent non-governmental body which regulates the financial services industry in the UK through rule making, investigation and enforcement.

Website: www.fsa.gov.uk†

The Financial Ombudsman Service

The Financial Ombudsman Service is the free independent service for settling complaints between consumers and businesses providing financial services.

Website: www.financial-ombudsman.org.uk†

Financial Services Compensation Scheme

The Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS) is the UK's statutory fund of last resort for customers of authorised financial services firms. This means that FSCS can pay compensation if a firm is unable, or likely to be unable, to pay claims against it. Gocompare.com is covered by the FSCS.

Website: www.fscs.org.uk†

Directgov - money, tax and benefits

Directgov gives you easy access to government information and services, including information on how to manage money and manage debt.

Website: http://www.direct.gov.uk/en/MoneyTaxAndBenefits/index.htm