we're aiming to reach at least 10 million people by 2011 new parents

 

About us

The Financial Services Authority (FSA) leads the National Strategy for Financial Capability. In partnership with the Government, the financial services industry, employers' organisations, consumer organisations and the not-for-profit sector, we are working to improve the financial capability of people in the UK.

Financial Capability means:

  • being able to manage money;
  • keeping track of finances;
  • planning ahead;
  • making informed decisions about financial products; and
  • staying up to date about financial matters.

Our vision

‘We share a vision of better informed, educated and more confident citizens, able to take greater responsibility for their financial affairs and play a more active role in the market for financial services.’
(Building Financial Capability in the UK, FSA 2004)

How do we aim to do this?

The FSA leads the National Strategy for Financial Capability. We have set out a five year programme, which targets: school children, young people who are Not in Education, Employment or Training (NEET); students in universities and Further Education (FE) colleges; employees in their workplace; and new parents.

We also deliver straightforward information through our Moneymadeclear consumer website and publications, and reach a wide range of consumers via our work with non-profit organisations.