Andy Briscoe has been appointed chairman of the Money Advice Service following selection by a panel of representatives from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA), HM Treasury and Money Advice Service board. Mr Briscoe is currently chairman of The Policy Shop, a general insurance intermediary, and has 27 years of experience in the financial services industry. In his new position he will lead the Money Advice Service forward in its objective of ensuring consumers are informed as to matters of personal finance.