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LPCU is a financial cooperative owned and run by its members. We provide ethical savings and loans to those living in the boroughs of Lewisham and Bromley.
Looking for work in #Bromley?💼
Bromley Council has launched Bromley Works, a new service offering personalised employment support for residents with disabilities or health conditions.
From interview prep to skills training, help is available🤝
Find out more👉 www.bromley.gov.uk/news/article...
Giving something up for Lent? Make it count
By pausing just one habit for 40 days, like your morning latte or that streaming subscription you hardly use, you can give your bank balance a serious boost.
You might be surprised at how much you'll save by Easter! 🍫
Marshal Charles a hi viz hero
Hi viz hero Lorraine scanning barcodes
We are desperately short of marshals and barcode scanners for Saturday. Apply via the link and unleash your inner Charles or Lorraine.
www.parkrun.org.uk/catford/futu...
hiring a volunteer finance director
Be part of powering a cleaner, fairer future in South East London, for everyone.
LAST CHANCE TO APPLY - We’re #hiring a Volunteer Director & Treasurer 💡💙
Deadline of 20 February - find out more and apply today here: buff.ly/XFqL7a0
Purple graphic with text 'Mayor of London - Ash Wednesday' and an image of a cross in a pile of ash
Today, Christians across London and around the world mark Ash Wednesday, the beginning of Lent.
Wishing everyone who is observing a meaningful start to this season - may the weeks ahead be filled with reflection and renewal.
Ramadan Kareem.
As this blessed month begins, your generosity can open doors, turning hardship into opportunity and helping refugees and displaced people rebuild, thrive and give back to the communities that welcomed them.
Give generously this Ramadan. Help shape brighter futures: unh.cr/KEBc3U
Ramadan and Lent are here - when you support colleagues who are observing the fast or giving up their favourites, you also support colleagues with year-round needs around food. Here are some ideas!
Get in touch to find out more: patchworkhub.org/contact
Save the Date: AGM 2026📅
Join us on Monday, 9th March at 7pm for updates, Q&A, and member feedback.
📍 In-Person: Lewisham Town Hall (Civic Suite)
💻 Online: Microsoft Teams
Refreshments provided for in-person attendees☕
Register your attendance here👉 www.pluscu.co.uk/AGM
Happy #DigitalLearningDay📱🎓
You don't need to visit a branch to learn about money anymore, you can become a financial expert from your sofa🛋️
Master everything from direct debits to digital security with these free guides 👇
Millions of us use Buy Now, Pay Later schemes like Klarna and Afterpay. New regulation will change how these lenders operate.
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Good morning Bell Green 💚. One bag of #litter collected on the morning school run. #bellgreen #sydenham #bellingham #se26
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New stock alert!✨📖 Be the first to get your hands on our selection of new teens and young adult titles at Forest Hill Library!
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3 simple tweaks to save £££ on heating 🔧
🛋️ Move the sofa: Don't block the radiator
📉 Turn down 1°C: Save cash without freezing
♨️ Bleed radiators: Keep them running efficiently
Avoid more common heating mistakes here👇
You don't need to have all the answers to be a good listener...👂
Sometimes a friendly ear and space to share is all someone needs.
Let someone know they're being heard this #TimeToTalk Day🗣️
@Mind.org.uk
A warm welcome awaits☕🧣
It’s cold out but @LewishamLocal has you covered with the latest Warm Welcomes guide.
📍 Libraries, centres & cafes open to all
🤝 Free Wi-Fi, hot drinks & chats
💙 No questions asked
Find your nearest warm space below 👇
www.lewishamlocal.com/wp-content/u...
Does looking at your bank account feel like staring at a 1000 piece puzzle?🧩
Don't panic. You just need to sort the pieces.
Use a free Budget Planner to help you group your spending, find the corners & build a solid frame for your finances👇
#NationalPuzzleDay
pluscu.co.uk/budget-planner
Coffee? Groceries? New trainers?👟☕️
Whatever you're buying, make sure you're getting rewarded for it. Our Suits Me accounts come with cashback perks and exclusive discounts. It’s a simple switch that puts money back in your pocket🤑
Get the card that pays you back:
pluscu.co.uk/suitsmecard
Are you missing out on £150 towards your energy bills?⚡
It’s #EnergySaversWeek & while switching off lights helps, getting the financial support you are entitled to helps even more.
Check the full list of available grants and support here👇
Clear the clutter from your finances this January🧹
If you have expensive debts between £2k–£10k, consolidate them into one fixed monthly payment with us.
We handle the paperwork and pay your creditors directly, so you can focus on becoming debt-free in 2026✅
pluscu.co.uk/consolidatio...
Children's Mental Health Week is just a few weeks away (9th-15th February) and we've rounded up a selection of brilliant books to explore the theme 'This is My Place' story-project.co.uk/blog/7-power...
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There's a new bus service for you to ride from Saturday - and it's free for the first week
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Money on your mind this Blue Monday? 💙
January can be a tough month. Between the cold weather & the post-Christmas costs, it's normal to feel the strain.
Lewisham Council has a list of free, confidential services, from Talking Therapies to Crisis Support👉
lewisham.gov.uk/myservices/s...
How to budget like a pro this year 📊
1: Use a free budget planner (linked below👇). It does most of the work for you!
2: Add your income & outgoings. Be honest, include everything☕
3: See what’s left and decide a realistic amount to set aside for savings
pluscu.co.uk/budget-planner
Your liver isn't the only thing getting a break this month
Curious how much cash you could free up during #DryJanuary?
We found this handy calculator that does the maths for you. Just put in your usual weekly drinks, and it tells you exactly what you're saving👇
www.creditfix.co.uk/dry-january-...
An urban park. Text over reads: The London Minute - Wednesday 14 January 2026: South London train track fire, tourist tax could raise £350m a year, cash-first food bank hands out money, Blackfriars embankment finally open + local market secrets
🌤️ Good morning London. Today’s headlines: South London train track fire, tourist tax could raise £350m a year, cash-first food bank hands out money, Blackfriars embankment finally open + local market secrets
⏰ London’s ad-free local news: londonminute.substack.com/p/london-min...
#london
Happier January - Day 14: Eat healthy food which really nourishes you today actionforhappiness.org/happier-janu... #HappierJanuary
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Commuting in 2026? Here’s what’s changing🚆🚗
Significant TfL updates affecting Lewisham & Bromley locals:
👉 Cutty Sark DLR: Closed until Spring
👉 Congestion Charge: Now £18/day (up from £15)
👉 Piccadilly/Northern Lines: Planned closures & upgrades
See more:
The Christmas math isn't mathing right now?💸
Who else is opening their banking app with one eye closed this week? 🫣
