We are the Association of British Credit Unions
The Association of British Credit Unions Limited (ABCUL) is the main trade association for credit unions in Britain, representing credit unions to governments, policy makers and the media. ABCUL provides a full range of information, training and development services to help its members grow as sustainable financial services providers.
About Credit Unions
A credit union is a financial co-operative which provides savings, loans and a range of services to its members. It is owned and controlled by the members.
Credit unions come in all shapes and sizes. Whether you’re looking for a credit union with online and phone banking, a payroll partnership with your employer, a local branch or service point you can walk into – or a combination of all three – there’s a good chance you’ll find the credit union you’re looking for to meet your needs.
Why join the Association of British Credit Unions?
Our dedicated staff team is committed to making a difference to credit unions in Great Britain. We provide a range of advice, training & development services to help member credit unions grow as thriving financial co-operatives.
We are leaders
ABCUL represents 70% of affiliated credit unions in Great Britain and has delivered £50 million of value to credit unions over the last few years.
We represent your interests
ABCUL represents credit unions to governments, policy makers and the media – promoting and defending your interests.
We will support you
ABCUL provides a full range of information, training and development services to help your business grow as a sustainable financial services provider.
We are a network
ABCUL facilitates networks of credit unions to support cross-sector sharing, learning and support including the largest annual gathering in the sector.
About ABCUL’s Fostering Inclusivity Projects
ABCUL is committed to fostering inclusivity across the organisation with fair representation across its staff, board and working groups. Read more about how we are implementing comprehensive change across the Association.
Recent News
Catchup with the latest news featuring the credit union sector.
ABCUL Launches New Affiliate Programme as Part of Wider Transformation in 2026
ABCUL is launching its new Affiliate Programme, a strategic initiative designed to connect like-minded organisations with the UK’s credit union...
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Credit Unions Publish Scottish and Welsh Credit Union Manifesto Asks ahead of Upcoming Elections
Credit Unions have published two new manifesto documents outlining the key policy priorities needed to support sustainable growth and financial...
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ABCUL Comments on Fair4All Finance Credit Union Transformation Fund
The publication of Fair4All Finance’s Credit Union Transformation Fund consultation marks a significant moment for the credit union sector. The...
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