FSCS welcomes two new Non-Executive Directors to its Board

FSCS today announces the appointments of Jenny Watson CBE and Richard Harvey as non-executive directors to the FSCS Board. They will take up their roles from 1 March 2025.

Both Jenny and Richard have extensive experience in financial services and board positions, including roles with regulatory bodies and consumer finance organisations.

FSCS Chair Elizabeth Passey commented on the appointments:
"Both Jenny and Richard will bring valuable experience to the FSCS Board, adding further strength to a diverse and experienced group as we support the executive team in shaping FSCS’s future strategic direction.”

Jenny Watson CBE said:
"FSCS provides a vital service to consumers, underpinning their trust and confidence in financial services. I am really pleased to be joining the FSCS Board and look forward to supporting the team in providing an efficient and effective compensation scheme.”

Richard Harvey said:
“I am delighted to be joining the FSCS Board. The scheme plays such an important role in providing assurance to consumers and contributing to the stability of UK financial services and I look forward to working with the team to support that purpose.”

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