BCBS 151
Definition
BCBS 151 is a document published by the Basel Committee on Banking Supervision on March 2009 in the Core Principles category.
Title
Core Principles for Effective Deposit Insurance Systems - consultative document.
Abstract
The financial crisis has illustrated the importance of effective deposit insurance to help maintain public confidence. This joint Basel Committee/IADI paper provides the core principles for effective deposit insurance systems. The core principles address a range of issues including:
- deposit insurance coverage;
- funding;
- prompt reimbursement;
- public awareness;
- resolution of failed institutions; and
- cooperation with other safety net participants including central banks and supervisors.
The final version of this paper has been released in June 2009.
Document Profile
- Publication Date: March 2009
- Publication Type: Consultative
- Publication Status: Closed
- Publication Category: Core Principles
- Number of Pages: 26
- Keywords: Bank Resolution, Depositor Compensation, Bank Deposits, Core Principles, Safety Nets
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