Credit Unions in Wales Celebrated at Annual Awards Ceremony

Friday 26 January 2024

This year’s Credit Union of Wales awards, sponsored by ABCUL Cymru Forum, celebrate the contribution made by volunteers, members, schools and partner employers to the success of the credit union movement in Wales. The annual awards recognise and celebrate the achievements of individuals and organisations across the country.

“It has been fantastic to see first-hand the massive contribution that individuals and organisations make to the credit union movement in Wales,” says ABCUL CEO, Robert Kelly who spoke to delegates at this year’s awards. “The standard of this year’s entries is exceptionally high, making our job very difficult indeed. It goes to show the commitment and belief people have in the importance of credit unions.”

The Welsh Government’s Minister for Social Justice, Jane Hutt said: “Credit unions offer an ethical and affordable way of saving and borrowing for us all. They are a way we can contribute as a community to support those who are experiencing hardship, debt and poverty. This is more important than ever in light of the current cost-of-living crisis

“We can all help underpin this ethical borrowing and saving service for those who need it as an alternative to payday loans. I believe that together we can make a huge difference to the financial wellbeing of people across our nation.

“Congratulations to all of the winners for all they do to further the incredible work of ethical savings and loan providers across Wales.”

The Awards took place at The Pierhead on Cardiff Bay before an audience of almost 100 guests. There were eight categories with a winner and highly commended named for each. The awards were presented by BBC broadcaster Roy Noble OBE.

Read about this year’s winners for the awards on the Credit Union of Wales website here.