FCS News
FCS Announces new co-chairs for CSP group
Posted on 13/04/2021 FCS are pleased to announce two new co-chairs for the CSP group. Mark Johnson from 9 Group and Ben Attenborrow from Sempervox, please find their information below. Mark Johnson Mark started his career in Retail banking and then Leasing Finance to...
Ofcom have asked OTA to start a work group to establish appropriate governance arrangements
Posted on 08/04/2021 As Ofcom signalled in the February 2021 Consultation document, they consider it would be helpful for industry to begin preparatory work for switching process implementation prior to the publication of our policy statement. In particular,...
Ofcom have published a document from industry that proposes modification to the Code to Switch process.
Posted on 31/03/2021 Ofcom have recently published a new document from industry that proposes a modification to the Code to Switch process. This has been published on their website here. In order to give all stakeholders a chance to consider this new document as...
ICO and Ofcom publish joint action plan for tackling nuisance calls
Posted on 23/03/2021 The Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO) and Ofcom have today outlined a joint plan for tackling nuisance and scam calls for 2021/2022. The ICO takes the lead on tackling live and recorded marketing calls and nuisance text messages and emails....
FCS are proud to support Channel Live
Posted on 03/03/2021 FCS are proud to be support Channel Live online event which is taking place over two days 3rd and 4th March 2021.The event provides the perfect opportunity for our sector to reconnect with 2 days of networking, new business opportunities and...
Ofcom Customer Switching Consultation
Posted on 24/02/2021 FCS has provided a summary to members on the Ofcom Customer Switching Consultation and request feedback. A call will take place 3rd March. FCS Members please log in below for further details.[private role="visitor-only"] Ofcom has published a...
FCS Responds to Ofcom’s consultation on its annual plan of work
Posted on 10/02/2021 FCS Responds to Ofcom's consultation on its annual plan of work FCS has responded to Ofcom's latest consultation on its proposed plan of work for 2021/22. The FCS response raises concerns around Ofcom's oversight of the UK migration to All IP...
FCS strengthens its industry engagement team
Posted on 09/02/2021 I am delighted to announce that, at this critical time for the industry, FCS is strengthening its representational team with the addition of Megan Corcoran and Steve Kerr. Megan and Steve will work alongside Richard Gill and Michael Eagle in...
Ofcom New plans for seamless broadband switching
Posted on 03/02/2021 As an advocate of One Touch Customer Switching FCS welcome Ofcom’s new plans for seamless broadband switching. Broadband and landline customers would benefit from quicker, simpler and more reliable switching, under Ofcom plans to introduce a new...
Comms Business Awards Watch online
To watch the recording click here.For a Full list of winners click.There were a number of FCS members who won an award, find out more here.
Comms Business Awards
Posted on 20/01/2021 FCS are proud supporters of the Comms Business Awards and would like to congratulate the below FCS members who won an award. Jola - Diversity in the Workplace award. Gamma - Contact Centre Vendor award. Air IT - MSP of the Year Highnet Solutions -...
Industry update call: Coronavirus Covid-19
Having trouble viewing this email? Read it onlineail? Read it online 14 January 2021 Industry update call: Coronavirus Covid-19 Monday 18 January 2021 16:30 - 17:00 As part of our communications on Coronavirus Covid-19, we would like to invite Openreach customers to...
Openreach COVID Service Briefing for Ultrafast
Posted on 12/01/2021 Please see the latest update from Openreach on their Ultrafast working practices due to COVID here
FCS Announces the publication of FCS 1364:2019
Posted on 07/01/2021 FCS1364:2019 UK CODE OF PRACTICE ADR 'FL’ & ‘AT’ VEHICLE RADIO COMMUNICATION EQUIPMENT INSTALLATION Get your copy at: FCS1364:2019 - UK CODE OF PRACTICE | FCS Installer Training And Accreditation Scheme | Federation of Communication Services...
Changes to UK telecoms Regulation arising from implementation of the EECC
Posted on 18/12/2020 This update was provided to members on 18th December 2020 and is regarding the changes arising from EECC. Please login to view supporting information below[private role="visitor-only"] Ofcom yesterday published a statement finalising the detail of...
FCS – Openreach Service Surgery calls
Posted on 08/12/2020 Please login to view supporting information below FCS are hosting a Service Surgery call with Openreach at 2pm on Weds. This a unique opportunity for Members to have direct access to the Senior Openreach Service team and get first-hand feedback on...
Ofcom’s International Stakeholder Forum Presentation
Posted on 03/12/2020 The Ofcom International Stakeholder Forum meeting took place Thursday 26th November 2020 Please login to view slides and supporting information below Please find the slide presentation that was shown at the Ofcom’s International Stakeholder...
FCS responds to Ofcom consultation on Implementation of the EECC
Posted on 01/12/2020 FCS has responded to an Ofcom consultation on some proposed changes to terminology in the General Conditions, the UK Numbering Plan and the Metering and Billing Direction associated with UK adoption of the European Electronic Communications Code...
FCS responds to further Ofcom consultation on Copper Retirement
FCS has responded to the latest Ofcom consultation on the withdrawal of Openreach's copper products. The consultation, which is part of Ofcom's Wholesale Fixed Telecoms Market Review, proposes allowing Openreach to withdraw copper products in exchange areas where...
Ofcom Consultation Copper Retirement
Posted on 25/11/2020 Ofcom has issued a further short consultation on plans for copper retirement. This is part of the Wholesale Fixed Telecoms Market Review, which will define regulation of this market for the period 2021-2026. FCS has provided a proposal to members...
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Audio Visual Maintenance Service – Hertfordshire
University of Hertfordshire Published date: 25 March 2024 Last edited date: 25 March 2024 Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract. Contract summary ...
Expression of Interest – CCTV Fibre Project – London
capitalEsourcing Published date: 20 March 2024 Open early engagement - This means that a procurement idea is currently active, it is in the early stage of development and judging interest from potential suppliers. Contract summary Industry Fibre-optic...
UK Tour AV Fitout Services – London
Science Museum Group Published date: 15 March 2024 Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract. Contract summary Industry Installation services of sound...
Expression of Interest for Provision of Mobile SIMS (across multiple networks) and Management support – Halifax
TOGETHER HOUSING GROUP LIMITED Published date: 25 March 2024 Open early engagement - This means that a procurement idea is currently active, it is in the early stage of development and judging interest from potential suppliers. Contract summary Industry Radio,...
Supply of Audio-Visual Solutions – Kent
Kent County Council (T/A Procurement Services) Published date: 19 March 2024 Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract. Contract summary Industry...
Audio Visual: System Design/Consultancy, Supplies, Installation and Maintenance – Kent
NEUPC Ltd Published date: 23 March 2024 Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract. Contract summary Industry Audio-visual equipment - 32321200...
Supply and Installation of Fibre Links – Huddersfield
University of Huddersfield Published date: 23 February 2024 Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract. Contract summary Industry Fibre-optic...
Community Homes CCTV Monitoring Service – Walsall
WATMOS Community Homes Published date: 26 February 2024 Open opportunity - This means that the contract is currently active, and the buying department is looking for potential suppliers to fulfil the contract. Contract summary Industry Alarm-monitoring services...