FCS News
Welcoming Nicola Robbins to the Regulation & Industry Engagement Team
FCS is delighted to welcome Nicola Robbins to the Regulation and Industry Engagement team bringing a wealth of over 30 years of industry experience.
FCS Announces Megan Corcoran as new Chair
The Federation of Communication Services is delighted to announce that Megan Corcoran, Regulatory Affairs and Industry Engagement Manager at Gamma Communications, will become its next Chair.
Exciting Development Opportunity – FCS sponsors Intrapreneurship Academy places
The FCS has partnered with the Syndeo Institute, a leading provider of innovative management training, and is sponsoring 2 places on its ground-breaking Intrapreneurship Academy.
FCS Strengthens Board with Three New Appointments
The Federation of Communication Services is delighted to welcome three new board members, further increasing the expertise and experience of the Directors.
Membership Office – Christmas Opening Hours
Please note that the membership office will close at 17:30 GMT on Tuesday 23rd December 2025 and reopen at 09:00 GMT on Friday 2nd January 2026 We would like to wish you all a Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year!🎄
FCS Launches New ‘Contract Tracker’ Tool to Support Members with Ofcom Compliance
FCS is pleased to announce the launch of our new Contract Tracker; a practical online tool designed to help members ensure their customer contracts comply with Ofcom regulations. We understand how important your customer contracts are and how challenging it can be to...
UK Partner Week 2025
We are proud to be the Association Partner for the UK Partner Week Summit taking place this week. FCS were delighted to be hosting the below webinar sessions in the lead up to the in person event, discussing such important and current topics. Session 1: PSTN Switch...
FCS Association Partner for UK Partner Week
As proud UK Partner Week Association Partner FCS is hosting sessions on PSTN Switch Off/Business Switching & Regulatory Compliance that Applies To You
Regulatory Training Modules Now Even Easier to Access
Our quick regulatory training modules are now easier than ever to watch! FCS 'bite-sized' training modules have been developed as a free benefit for our members, providing regulatory guidance, helping you to comply with the Ofcom General Conditions and UK Regulation....
Join the FCS Pavilion – 2025 Events
In the true FCS spirit of uniting together to have a more powerful voice, our pavilion at The Emergency Services Show in 2024 was a big success. FCS is delighted to again offer members the chance to join us at The Emergency Services Show this year. Providing your...
Developments on the UKCA Conformity Mark
Good News: Developments on the UKCA Conformity Mark The rules and arrangements for the use of the UKCA mark have been the subject of significant controversy for a significant period. Several interim proposals have been made to overcome some of the difficulties, but...
FCS Activity Update
On behalf of the smaller Managed Service Provider (MSP) / Communication Service Provider (CSP), this is what the Federation of Communicatons Industry has been up to recently. ------ Service Management Forum (SMF) Megan Corcoran leads this for the FCS to ensure the...
FCS Launches New Online Regulatory Training Modules
The Federation of Communication Services is delighted to launch its new member benefit; On-line Regulatory Training.
12 Days of Compliance
FCS provide it’s 12 top tips for keeping Communication Service Providers compliant in the run up to Christmas.
Welcoming Stefanie Norman, Head of Regulation and Public Affairs
FCS welcomes Stefanie Norman to the team with her experience trying to persuade people to “do the right thing”, working across organisations and externally to gain consensus and get things moving.
Has the business radio sector permanently changed?
Changes in business radio customer demand volume and nature of solutions sought has left business-critical questions. FCS Comex 2023 can help with the answers.
FCS to launch online, modular, Regulatory Training course for members
FCS to launch new online, modular, Regulatory Training course free for members, to help address compliance with regulation.
Ofcom launches investigation into BT following 999 disruption
Please see notice from Ofcom below: Ofcom has today launched an investigation into BT following a UK-wide disruption to emergency call services on 25 June 2023. Our rules require BT and other providers to take all necessary measures to ensure uninterrupted access to...
FCS response to Ofcom on ‘spoofed’ numbers
Ofcom is seeking industry feedback on a potential new approach to detect and block ‘spoofed’ numbers; read the FCS response.