FDA in the FCA
A stronger collective voice in the FCA and PSR
The FDA is an independent, member-led union. We are politically neutral and spend all our resources on representing our members’ interests, giving them a strong, pragmatic voice in the workplace.
The FDA gives its FCA and PSR members a collective voice and a vote on workplace issues through its Staff Consultative Committee seat.
We are seeking to build FDA union membership in Edinburgh, Leeds and Stratford, with a strong presence in each office.
Member benefits include:
- One-to-one employment advice and representation for workplace issues
- Access to legal advice during disputes with your employer
- High quality career development support and training through FDA Learn
- A range of discounts from insurance to gym memberships to days out
Associate & Senior Associate membership offer
FDA membership is just £16.50 per month for Associates, Senior Associates, and Professional Support staff within the FCA & PSR.
To benefit from this preferential rate, when prompted for your grade when completing the membership form, input ‘HEO’ if you are an Associate or Professional Support grade or ‘SEO’ if you are a Senior Associate.
Abolition of the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR)
We are deeply disappointed by the tone of the government’s announcement to abolish the Payment Systems Regulator (PSR). Characterising the PSR as ‘red tape’ and a ‘burden on business’ is simplistic and ignores the important role our members play.
Staff at the PSR perform crucial functions: ensuring banks prevent fraud and swiftly reimburse victims, promoting competition and innovation, investigating misconduct, and protecting consumer and business choice in how payments are made.
We will now work proactively with management to ensure that the abolition of the PSR does not lead to detriment for our members — whether in terms of job security, career opportunities, or terms and conditions.
Robert Eagleton
National Officer
Robert is the FDA National Officer for the FCA.
What the FDA can do for you
We are there when you need help at work
Whatever your workplace issue, we are here with one-to-one employment advice and representation to help resolve it.
We fight for your pay, pensions and working conditions
We campaign and negotiate with employers on behalf of our members to ensure they have the resources required both to do their jobs and have a life outside the workplace.
We support your career progression
Through our specialised masterclasses, conferences and online training, FDA Learn addresses a wide range of skills to help you progress in your career and maximise your potential.
Member discounts
As soon as you become a member of the FDA, you are automatically eligible to access FDA Portfolio. The average FDA member could save £692.04 per year by using a handful of benefits available.
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