“Let’s Talk Money” says Bradford District Credit Union

Bradford District Credit Union (BDCU) is working with its local Anti-Poverty Events Group to help people financially during the COVID-19 health crisis.

Following a story published by Bradford Council about one of its workers, Michelle Taylor who talks  about her experiences with money worries as a single mum

To highlight where people can get help during the pandemic as Michelle is a saving member of BDCU through the council’s payroll deduction scheme, one of 33 companies taking part.

Ian Brewer, Financial Inclusion Officer at Bradford District Credit Union, said: “BDCU is there to help staff ‘get into the savings habit’ that many find hard to do without a savings plan. For as little as £13 a month, staff can save and take advantage of affordable loans through their pay packet.  We help you Work Not Worry!’

To provide guidance to members of the community like Michelle, BDCU is working with its Anti-Poverty Events Group and will be sending out 5,000 ‘Lets Talk Money Leaflets’. Ian added: “We believe in developing communities through collaboration and partnerships – that’s why we set up and lead the ‘Anti-Poverty Events Group’ and helped over 1,500 people through road shows and community events.

“On July 7 we will be sending out 5,000 ‘Let’s Talk Money’ leaflets to vulnerable families with information on how to save money and get financial help during the Covid-19 pandemic. We also are holding ‘Money SOS’ webinars to help community practitioners help their clients with money.”

At the Credit Union, their main message is that there is no better time to start your savings habit with access to safe and low cost loans by joining the Credit Union by calling 01274 434100 or go online to www.bdcu.co.uk.

Source – The Telegraph and Argus