Understanding APR interest rates
Before taking out a loan or applying for credit, it’s important to understand how much the repayments will be and whether you can afford them. When shopping around for... Read More
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Credit Unions of Wales response to WageDay Advance compensation collapse
Credit Unions of Wales are warning people not to fall victim to payday lenders following news that hundreds of thousands of people will receive a fraction of the compensation... Read More
Money saving ways to celebrate Mother’s Day
As with so many other special occasions, Mother’s Day has also become a victim to commercialism. But nobody can deny how important it is to show Mums how much... Read More
IN THE SPOTLIGHT: Dragonsavers Credit Union
Dragonsavers is an award-winning credit union that offers a range of financial products to members across Rhondda Cynon Taf. During the past year they have won a number of... Read More
Why save or borrow through a payroll deduction scheme?
If you work in the public sector or with a larger employer in Wales then the chances are you’re eligible to save or borrow with a credit union as... Read More
Celebrate St David’s Day Without Breaking The Bank
March 1 is an important day in the Welsh calendar as we commemorate the feast of our patron saint David. What makes this year’s celebrations even more special is... Read More
Entertain Your Children On A Budget this Half-Term
Half term holidays have arrived and many of us are wondering how to entertain our children without spending a small fortune. But there are more cheap and free activities... Read More
Don’t let the Six Nations cause a grand slam to your finances
Wales are preparing to take on England this weekend in one of the highlights of the Six Nations Rugby tournament. It will be a day filled with ‘Hymns and... Read More
Feel the love with these budget ideas for Valentine’s Day
When it comes to celebrating Valentine’s Day, remember it’s the thought that counts. Cupid’s arrow can still pierce your heart without damaging your bank balance by following these easy... Read More
Helpful Hints To Improve Your Savings Pot
The start of a New Year is the perfect time to wipe the slate clean and get into better financial habits. Are you looking to save money this month... Read More
Make This A Debt-Free Year
Christmas seems like a distant memory until you take a look at your finances and realise you overindulged more than you imagined. So how do you tackle your New... Read More
Christmas Money Saving Tips
Christmas will be here before we know it, to coincide with Talk Money Week, Nick Hill, money expert at the Money Advice Service, has put together these tips to... Read More
Credit Unions of Wales Awards
Credit Unions of Wales Awards 2018 at Pierhead, Cardiff Bay. Celebrating the work of credit unions across Wales. Read More
Credit Union volunteer wins national award
Susan Higgs from New Tredegar has received a national title in the Credit Union of Wales Awards. Susan from Phillipstown was judged Volunteer of the Year following a nomination... Read More
Credit Union volunteer wins lifetime achievement award
A Rhondda credit union volunteer has won a prestigious lifetime achievement award from the Credit Union of Wales. Ian Gylee, president of the Treorchy-based Dragonsavers Credit Union received the... Read More
Bridgend schoolchildren named super savers of the year
Schoolchildren in Bridgend are celebrating their success after winning a prestigious award from the Credit Unions of Wales. Pupils of Oldcastle Primary School visited The Pierhead in Cardiff Bay... Read More
Cardiff Bus Wins National Credit Union Title
Cardiff Bus has received a Credit Unions of Wales Award for working to help improve the financial health of its staff. The company was nominated for the Payroll Partner... Read More
Newport Retailer Wins National Credit Union Award
A Newport-based maternity wear and baby clothing retailer has received a national award for improving the financial health of its workforce. JoJo Maman Bebe won the Payroll Partner (Third... Read More
Cardiff Council Wins National Credit Union Title
Cardiff Council has received a national award for helping to improve the financial health of its staff and tenants. The Credit Unions of Wales Award was in recognition of... Read More
Credit to Wales: Suzie Chetri’s story
Suzie Chetri, director of legal and compliance for Alcumus Group is one of a growing band of professionals who was offered a financial lifeline by a credit union. Suzie,... Read More
Credit to Wales campaign highlights risk of unmanageable debt
People in Wales are more susceptible to over-indebtedness than any other country in the UK, with 440,000 at risk of being unable to keep up with credit repayments. More... Read More
ABCUL SPONSOR CREDIT UNIONS OF WALES AWARDS
The Welsh Forum of the Association of British Credit Unions Ltd (ABCUL) is a headline sponsor of this year’s Credit Unions of Wales Awards. The awards will celebrate the... Read More
ENGAGE SPONSOR CREDIT UNIONS OF WALES AWARDS
Banking and Payment Service Provider, Engage (powered by Contis) is a headline sponsor at this year’s Credit Unions of Wales Awards being held later this month. The Awards will... Read More
CUW Awards: Volunteer Of The Year
Credit Unions of Wales Awards – Volunteer This Credit Unions of Wales Award recognises volunteers who are often the backbone of all credit unions. The nominations for this award... Read More
CUW Awards: Payroll Partner (Private)
Credit Unions of Wales Awards – Payroll Partner (Private) The Payroll Partner (Private) category in the Credit Unions of Wales Awards recognises those employers who are committed to the... Read More
CUW Awards: Workplace Champion
Credit Unions of Wales Awards – Workplace Champion The Workplace Champion category of the Credit Unions of Wales Awards 2018 recognises a Payroll Partner member of staff that goes... Read More
CUW Awards: Lifetime Achievement
Credit Unions of Wales Awards – Lifetime Achievement Award The Credit Unions of Wales Lifetime Achievement Award 2018 recognises those individuals who have made a significant contribution to the... Read More
CUW Awards: Payroll Partner (Third Sector)
Credit Unions of Wales Awards – Payroll Partner (Third Sector) The Payroll Partner (Third Sector) category in the Credit Unions of Wales Awards recognises those employers who are committed... Read More
CUW Awards: Member Making A Difference
Credit Unions of Wales Awards – Member Making a Difference The Member Making a Difference category of the Credit Unions of Wales Awards 2018 recognises those members who have... Read More
CUW Awards: Payroll Partner (Public)
The Payroll Partner (Public) category in the Credit Unions of Wales Awards recognises those employers who are committed to the payroll partnership scheme. This allows the workforce to access... Read More