Small print
Let's explain the small print. The Financial Services Authority is an independent body regulated by the government and funded by the Financial Services Industry to protect you and ensure we are telling you all the important information you need. We know that it's hard to read but it is important. The FSA website contains useful consumer information: visit www.moneymadeclear.fsa.gov.uk or call 0845 606 1234.
Identification Procedure
When you open an account with us we are required by law to check your identity. Further information can be found in our leaflet Identifying you and preventing fraud.
Financial Services Compensation Scheme
Saffron Building Society is a member of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme established under the Financial Services and Markets Act 2000. The deposit protection limit is restricted to a maximum of £50,000 per person. The limit will apply to each depositor for the total of deposits they hold with an organisation regardless of how many accounts they hold or whether they are a single or joint account holder. Further information is available on request or www.moneymadeclear.fsa.gov.uk/about_the_fsa/compensation.html or call 0207 892 7300. Most investors are covered, including individuals and small firms. Although most shares and deposits in UK building societies are denominated in sterling, the euro and other European Economic Area currencies are also covered. Further details are available on request from the society
Saffron Building Society operates an internal complaints procedure details of which are available from all branches, or by calling 0800 072 1100. Saffron Building Society is a member of the Financial Ombudsman Service.
Member of the Building Societies Association.
Saffron Building Society, Saffron Independent Financial Advisers Ltd and Crocus Home Loans Ltd are authorised and regulated by the Financial Services Authority for investments, pensions, life assurance, insurance and regulated mortgages. Saffron Building Society's FSA registration number is 100015.
Registered Office: Saffron House, 1A Market Street, Saffron Walden, Essex, CB10 1HX.
What if I decide the account is not right for me?
Tell us within 14 days of opening the new account if it does not meet your needs and you can have your money back or switch to another account without losing interest.
Head Office
Saffron House, 1A Market Street, Saffron Walden, Essex CB10 1HX Tel: 01799 522211 Fax: 01799 581901 FREEPHONE: 0800 072 1100
