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Entertaining the kids at Easter, without blowing the budget

Another Easter with lockdown restrictions, staying home and staying safe. Thankfully though, this time we are little more clued up at finding ways to entertain our families.There are still plenty of Easter traditions to enjoy at home, as well as… Read more


Salford Credit Union AGM 11th March 2021- online success!

Thank you to everyone who joined us for our first ever online AGM on 11th March.We are pleased to let all members know that we held our 32nd AGM successfully, completed al the business required by our rules and carried… Read more


Please join us for the Annual General Meeting (AGM) of Salford Credit Union

All members are very welcome to join us at our AGM – we would love to hear your views and to update you on our latest news!The past year has been financially challenging for many of us, but we are… Read more


SCU is now a Living Wage Employer!

We are proud to announce that we have been officially accredited by the Living Wage Foundation, a campaign championing for the only UK wage rate that is based on real living costs.We join more than 7,000 other UK businesses voluntarily… Read more


Salford Credit Union welcomes new Trustee member on board 

We are delighted to announce that Langworthy Councillor, Wilson Nkurunziza, has joined our board as a Trustee and will be working closely with the local community to ensure that fewer people are struggling with their money.Mr Nkurunziza joins our team… Read more


Salford Credit Union launches new loan to support families receiving Child Benefit

SalfordCredit Union launches new loan to support families receiving Child BenefitSalford Credit Union has launched a new loan for Salford families in receipt of Child Benefit.The loan, which launched November 23, enables families to apply for up to £500 without… Read more


New data from Greater Manchester social enterprises show how they are building back better communities and strong local economies post-pandemic

Who Knew? We did! This year’s Social Enterprise Day(Nov 19) theme is #WhoKnew – giving entrepreneurs and organisations the opportunity to shout about the impact of their work.We are delighted to have supported the GM Social Enterprise Survey 2020 with… Read more


Salford Credit Union unites with Greater Manchester Community Credit Unions to unveil £15m support in Covid recovery plan

Salford Credit Union has joined forces with seven other credit unions across Greater Manchester to launch a Covid-19 recovery plan that will offer hope and a total of £15m in financial support to millions of people across Greater Manchester.Salford Credit… Read more


Salfordians warned against turning to loan sharks to fund back-to-school costs

Salford Credit Union chief executive, Sheila Murtagh, is warning the people of Salford to stay clear of turning to illegal lenders such as loan sharks to cover the costs of children returning to school next month.Sheila said: “Loan sharks can… Read more


Salfordians can now stay safe with a Salford Credit Union face mask

Salford Credit Union has launched a face mask to protect Salfordians and raise money for the Black Lives Matter movement.The masks, that are available to buy for £3 including postage, were launched by Secretary of Salford Credit Union, Alec McFadden.Alec… Read more