Financial Ombudsman Service publishes consultation on strategic plans and budget for 2023/24

The Financial Ombudsman Service has today published a consultation on its strategic plans and budget for 2023/24.

The consultation is open until 31 January 2023. Read the full consultation and find out how to send us your response

The Financial Ombudsman Service will publish its final plans and budget for 2023/24 before the end of the current financial year, after it has been approved by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA).

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