Financial Conduct Authority
The Financial Conduct Authority's Press Office handles media enquiries and facilitates access to official statements and press releases. Journalists can call for urgent media queries or subscribe to press releases online. The office operates Monday to Friday from 08:00 to 18:00, and Saturday from 09:00 to 13:00. Non-media queries may be redirected. Calls are recorded for quality purposes. High demand during major news events may cause delays, so prioritizing urgent requests is advised. For press release subscriptions, journalists can complete an online form available 24/7.
Updated 15 Dec 2025
Expected outcomes
- Respond to media enquiries
- Provide official statements
- Facilitate press release access
- Redirect non-media queries
- Sign up for press releases
Call preparation
Assemble everything before you dial. These requirements are verified by our call analysts and updated as organizations change their scripts.
- Journalist credentials
- Press affiliation
- Name
- Media outlet
- Nature of enquiry
- Contact details
- Email address
Known issues
Occasionally, the Press Office experiences delayed responses due to high demand, particularly during significant news events or regulatory actions. To mitigate this, urgent media requests are prioritized. Non-urgent queries may face longer wait times. Journalists are encouraged to have all necessary credentials ready to expedite the process. For press release subscriptions, completing the online form accurately ensures timely confirmation. If experiencing delays, consider following up with the Press Office during less busy hours.
