Young Scot and the Financial Services Authority are hosting an event:

“Simples?: Young People and Financial Services” on Wednesday 17 October at the Pearce Institute, Govan, Glasgow.   

 The event will feature a range of interactive, participatory and fun activities to give young people the opportunity to share their ideas and opinions on their use of financial products and services. Next year the Financial Services Authority is transforming into the new Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) and wants to hear from the present – and future – customers of financial services, to increase their understanding and awareness about they affect the day-to-day lives of the public. Using digital tools, drama, video, games and lots more, participants will be able to take part in a wide range of interactive workshops covering some of the most relevant issues facing young people and financial services today. For example, they will have the chance to work out whether they are getting the best deal for their money, learn how to look for hidden costs in mobile phone contracts and insurance, and understand the jargon when opening bank accounts.  The event also provides the opportunity for young people to have their say on the future of their finances and feedback to the new FCA on how they can they can improve financial services and protection for young people.  If you work with young people and you are interested in attending the event register at http://youngpeopleandfinancialservices.eventbrite.co.uk or email fionamca@youngscot.org for further information.