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Q1. What is FCS?
A1. FCS is a not-for-profit member organisation; our key purpose is to support and champion our members’ interests.
We create the tools and services to help CSPs/MSPs and Installers understand and comply with Ofcom regulation as well as making sure the competitive landscape remains fair, so that the opportunity to thrive is not based on company size. This in turn creates the solutions and services environment for the growth of ‘UK PLC’.
This encourages new entrants and innovation in the marketplace.
Q2. Who is FCS for?
A2. We create the tools and services to help CSPs/MSPs and Installers understand and comply with Ofcom regulation as well as making sure the competitive landscape remains fair, so that the opportunity to thrive is not based on company size. This in turn creates the solutions and services environment for the growth of ‘UK PLC’.
Q3. What are the benefits of FCS membership?
A3.
- Avoid fines (up to 10% of turnover)
- Save time with FCS expert support and guidance
- Strengthen your reputation with customers and partners
See all of the benefits of FCS membership here: https://www.fcs.org.uk/about-membership/
Q4. Who are FCS' members?
A4. Communication and Managed Service Providers (CSPs and MSPs), Wholesalers, Resellers, Business Radio providers and Vehicle Installers form the main basis of our membership.
Q5. How do I become a member?
A5.We’d be delighted to welcome you to the FCS community. Click here to become a member: https://www.fcs.org.uk/about-membership/
Q6. How much does membership cost?
A6. Annual subscription fees are based on the turnover for your company in relevant communications products and services in the UK market for the previous year as follows:
Up to £0.25 million. Membership Fee £625.00 + VAT
£0.25 to £0.5 million. Membership Fee £860.00 + VAT
£0.5 to £1 million. Membership Fee £1,155.00 + VAT
£1 to £1.5 million. Membership Fee £1,440.00 + VAT
£1.5 to £2 million. Membership Fee £1,900.00 + VAT
£2 to £3 million. Membership Fee £2,565.00 + VAT
£3 to £5 million. Membership Fee £3,265.00 + VAT
£5 to £7 million. Membership Fee £3,265.00 + VAT
£7 to £10 million. Membership Fee £3,265.00 + VAT
£10 to £50 million. Membership Fee £6,335.00 + VAT
£50 million or over. Membership Fee £8,255.00 + VAT
Q7. Who are the team behind FCS?
A7. You can find all the information about our team here:Â https://www.fcs.org.uk/about-fcs/our-team/
Q8. IS FCS membership useful for Resellers?
A8.Yes, FCS has lots of Reseller members. You can find out more about the benefits here:Â https://www.fcs.org.uk/about-membership/
Q9. I can’t find the information I need on the website, how can I find out more about FCS?
A9. Please contact us at: admin@fcs.org.uk if there’s something additional you would like to know. https://www.fcs.org.uk/about-membership/
FCS Launches New Website for Improved Member Experience
As part of our ongoing commitment to members, we are delighted to launch our new website.
The new platform has updated features, including an improved search function, making it:Â
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Faster to get to our Briefings
Complying with Regulation can improve your bottom line
Regulatory Compliance, why it’s important and what applies to you!
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