FCS News
Developments on the UKCA Conformity Mark
Good News: Developments on the UKCA Conformity Mark The rules and arrangements for the use of the UKCA mark have been the subject of significant controversy for a significant period. Several interim proposals have been made to overcome some of the difficulties, but...
FCS Activity Update
On behalf of the smaller communications service provider, this is what the Federation of Communicatons Industry has been up to recently. ------ Service Management Forum (SMF) Megan Corcoran leads this for the FCS to ensure the concerns members flag are recognised and...
FCS Launches New Online Regulatory Training Modules
The Federation of Communication Services is delighted to launch its new member benefit; On-line Regulatory Training.
12 Days of Compliance
FCS provide it’s 12 top tips for keeping Communication Service Providers compliant in the run up to Christmas.
Welcoming Stefanie Norman, Head of Regulation and Public Affairs
FCS welcomes Stefanie Norman to the team with her experience trying to persuade people to “do the right thing”, working across organisations and externally to gain consensus and get things moving.
Has the business radio sector permanently changed?
Changes in business radio customer demand volume and nature of solutions sought has left business-critical questions. FCS Comex 2023 can help with the answers.
FCS to launch online, modular, Regulatory Training course for members
FCS to launch new online, modular, Regulatory Training course free for members, to help address compliance with regulation.
Ofcom launches investigation into BT following 999 disruption
Please see notice from Ofcom below: Ofcom has today launched an investigation into BT following a UK-wide disruption to emergency call services on 25 June 2023. Our rules require BT and other providers to take all necessary measures to ensure uninterrupted access to...
FCS response to Ofcom on ‘spoofed’ numbers
Ofcom is seeking industry feedback on a potential new approach to detect and block ‘spoofed’ numbers; read the FCS response.
FCS Concerns Over SS-DAB Emission Limits
Small-Scale DAB (SS-DAB) is a National Policy project to vastly increase the number of local radio stations throughout the country. It is to be expected that in your area, there will be at least one new SS-DAB station you can tune to. The FCS very much supports this...
What Members can Expect from FCS in 2023
As 2023 gets in full swing, Steve Kerr, FCS Head of Compliance and Policy, and Megan Corcoran, FCS Head of Industry Liaison share their areas of focus on behalf of members for the year ahead.
Update to Business Radio Site Engineering Code of Practice
FCS believes it is essential that its codes of practice reflect current best practice and, as such, has issued a significant revision to its FCS1331 code of practice on business radio site engineering.
Openreach Exchange Exit Programme
Openreach Exchange Exit Programme On 12th December Openreach issued a briefing clarifying the latest exchange exit programme details. FCS requested that this briefing was made available in the public domain area of the Openreach website, so that our reseller members...
FCS Announces Martin White as New CSP Co-Chair
FCS is delighted to announce that Martin White, All IP and Inbound Product Manager at Digital Wholesale Solutions (DWS), has joined FCS as the new CSP Co-Chair.
Industry Leads Discuss Key Topics at FCS Comms Provider Event
The Federation of Communication Services held its annual Comms Provider event in November 2022. The event was very well attended by both FCS members and industry leads keen to gain more information on the three key areas the event covered; Switching (of fixed voice & broadband & infrastructure), The Move to All-IP, and Competition (in the wholesale and retail markets).
Significant 2022 Update to FCS1362 Code of Practice
FCS has issued a significant revision of its FCS1362 code of practice for the installation of mobile radio and ancillary equipment into land-based vehicles. Today’s newly manufactured vehicles are fitted with a wide array of devices covering information needs and...
FCS Industry Engagement Update: Switching, Security Frameworks & All-IP
Keeping members up to date on key industry items is challenging and we know you don't usually have time to read anything lengthy. Therefore, FCS is sending out targeted comms via Linked In and Twitter often referencing more detailed information stored on our...
FCS: Your Champion in the Communications Industry
With a mission to champion and defend the role of smaller professional communications providers in the converging marketplace, we take a quick look at just some of the ways the Federation of Communications Services (FCS) is achieving that so far this year. FCS Code of...
Industry Insight: Thoughts on Data Used for Operational Communications
It is well accepted that the demand for applications, entertainment and commerce is already high, still growing and showing few signs of slowing down. The systems that are being rolled-out and used by everyone have to be regularly upgraded. It is a vibrant area of activity.
But in this article, I want to focus on a limited segment of these data-driven activities. The segment I think is the most interesting is the use of data systems in operational communications; the communications supporting safety-related, mission critical and business critical activities.
Ofcom investigation into Sky’s compliance with end-of-contract notifications for pay-TV customers
Following an investigation, Ofcom has found that Sky has breached – and continues to breach – our rules by failing to send end-of-contract notifications to pay-TV customers. The rules On 15 February 2020, Ofcom introduced new rules that require broadband, mobile,...
Latest Tenders
Supply of mobile devices and accessories – East of England
Flagship Housing Group Published date: 5 June 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 Tablet computer - 30213200...
Telecare Analogue to Digital Upgrade – Lancashire
West Lancashire Borough Council Published date: 24 June 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,...
AV Hardware Consultancy Services – London
National Maritime Museum Published date: 26 June 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 Design consultancy services...
AV Support and Supply – Chichester
THE UNIVERSITY OF CHICHESTER Published date: 5 June 2024 Last edited date: 5 June 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 ...
Provision of MPLS Wide Area Network Upgrade – Middlesex
Lee Valley Regional Park Authority Published date: 24 June 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 Network routers -...
CCTV-Installation, Repair and Maintenance- Corporate & Housing – Sheffield
Sheffield City Council Published date: 14 June 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 Surveillance and security...
Audio Visual Production and Installation – East Sussex
Lewes District Council Published date: 27 June 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 -...
Invitation to Tender for Broadband Network Services Framework Agreement – Hertfordshire
Herts for Learning Limited Published date: 19 June 2024 Last edited date: 19 June 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 ...