News Archive

CU Futures Participants Gather for Two-Day London Event

This week, the 2025 CU Futures cohort gathered at Arbuthnot Latham’s head office in London for a packed two-day programme...

Serve and Protect Highly Commended in Financial Education Provider of the Year at WSB Awards 2025

Serve and Protect Credit Union have been recognised for its efforts in providing financial education to its members at this...

APPG on Credit Unions Re-established with New Leadership

This first meeting of the re-formed group formalised All-Party Parliamentary Group (APPG) for Credit Unions took place on Tuesday 16...

Credit Union Research Project Brings Sector Leaders Together to Shape the Future

On 16th September, ABCUL was pleased to attend a key session of a major research and advocacy project aimed at...

GWLN Members Explore Manchester’s Women’s History on Foot

Last Saturday morning, six women from local credit unions laced up their walking shoes for a special tour around Manchester’s...

Commsave Expands Employee Benefits with Pension Accreditation and Mortgage Advice

Commsave Credit Union has strengthened its commitment to staff wellbeing by achieving Living Pension accreditation and launching a new partnership...

Young Carer Wins Just Credit Union Education Award

A Shrewsbury man who was a young carer for both his parents suffering from chronic illnesses is the winner of...

Bedford Credit Union Extends Common Bond to Cover All of Bedfordshire

Bedford Credit Union has expanded its geographical reach, meaning thousands more people across Bedfordshire can now join the community bank...

Members Driving Inclusion and Engagement at ABCUL’s Forum Officers’ Conference

On Tuesday 2 September, ABCUL Forum Officers from across the country came together in Manchester for the 2025 Forum Officers’...

Council Teams Up with Wolverhampton City Credit Union to Help Parents Afford School Uniforms

Affording new school uniforms is always a worry for parents, so the council has teamed up with Wolverhampton City Credit Union...

Watford Credit Union Rebrands as South Herts Credit Union

In August, Watford Credit Union officially became South Herts Credit Union Ltd, marking an exciting new chapter in its mission...

Credit Union Membership Hits Record High as Sector Sees Five Years of Strong Growth

The Bank of England’s 2024 Credit Union Annual Statistics paint a positive picture for the sector, showing record-breaking membership levels,...

World Council of Credit Unions Makes Paul Treinen its Permanent President and CEO

This week, the World Council of Credit Union (WOCCU) named Paul Treinen as permanent President and CEO.

ABCUL Welcomes FCA Seeking to Boost Workplace Savings

As part of the Government’s Financial Inclusion Strategy, the FCA has published a statement providing clarity and reassurance for employers,...

ABCUL Publishes Mission Statement Backed by Positive Member Survey Results

ABCUL has unveiled its renewed mission statement, underpinned by strong feedback from its 2025 Member Survey which highlights the value...

ABCUL CEO Matt Bland Speaks on Global Credit Union Collaboration with CU Broadcast

ABCUL Chief Executive Matt Bland recently joined CU Broadcast to discuss the importance of collaboration across the credit union movement...

Over 500 People Saving for School Uniforms with Hoot Credit Union

Hoot Savings and Loans, based in Bolton, has issued over £110,000 in school uniform loans. £10,000 in additional vouchers, £2,000...

Julie Mallinson Appointed Chief Executive of Celtic Credit Union

Celtic Credit Union has announced the appointment of Julie Mallinson as its new Chief Executive Officer, following the departure of...

ABCUL and Co-operatives UK Launch Dual Membership Offer to Strengthen Credit Union Support

ABCUL and the UK co-operative movement’s apex body are joining forces to offer credit unions a new dual membership deal....

Global Credit Union Leaders Graduate from 21st DE Europe Programme in Dublin

42 participants from 11 international credit union movements came together in Dublin last week for the 21st Credit Union Development...

Credit Unions Support Retrofit Ambitions Through Green Home Lending Pilot

Credit unions are continuing to demonstrate their value as ethical lenders by supporting efforts to improve energy efficiency in homes...

Campaign Launched to Tackle Illegal Lending in Scotland

The Scottish Illegal Money Lending Unit (SIMLU) is launching a new campaign “#SharkFreeSummer” to raise awareness of other options that...

Credit Union Sector Celebrated in 2025 Consumer Credit Awards

Credit unions have been recognised for their outstanding work in this year’s Consumer Credit Awards, with several organisations picking up...

Consumer Credit Awards 2025 Finalists Announced Ahead of Next Week’s Results

Finalists have been revealed for this year’s Consumer Credit Awards, with winners set to be announced next week. The awards...