Sunday 8th March is International Women's Day.
We're proud to be part of a female-led credit union industry.
75% of our staff are female, plus 38% of our board members are female πͺ
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Sunday 8th March is International Women's Day.
We're proud to be part of a female-led credit union industry.
75% of our staff are female, plus 38% of our board members are female πͺ
www.thenews.coop/study-shows-...
Today is World Book Day! π
Discounted books are on offer again this year. You can find out the Β£1 books eligible as part of this year's celebration at: www.worldbookday.com/books/
"Save and Win! π₯³
Start saving with our PrizeSaver account, the credit union savings account with monthly prizes, and you could do bothπ
There are 21 prizes up for grabs every month, with one grand prize of Β£5,000.
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A person with short gray hair and glasses is sitting indoors using a laptop. The image includes a logo for Age UK and a text reading "Free Wills Month helping great charities" in the top left corner.
It's officially the start of Free Wills Month and your older loved ones can have their Will updated for free! π
We've partnered with Free Wills Month to give Age UK supporters the chance to have their Will written or updated for free. Registerr today: https://bit.ly/2o3IOj0
Are you studying or helping a child go to University? π©βπ
Financial skills last a lifetime. The National Association of Student Money Advisors has plenty of resources to help students move from "crisis mode" to "confidence mode" πΈ
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This Saturday is Global Scouse Day! π
Make your own Scouse: globalscouseday.com/recipes/ π
Want to eat out? Over 80+ restaurants, cafes, and pubs across Liverpool will feature scouse on their menus, with many donating Β£1 from every bowl to local charities π©·
LGBTQ+ History Month π©·
Did you know that LGBTQ+ employees in the UK earned, on average, 16% less* than straight colleagues? π
We're highlighting the need for equality and fair pay for all π«Ά
*Research conducted by YouGov
Colourful display installed in shop window to mark Girlguiding centenary
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February is International Boost Your Self-Esteem Month π€
There's an easy way to boost your confidence and mental wellbeing
Start with actionable steps to boost your financial self esteem βοΈ
Be kind to your future self and set some personal financial goals
It's National Love your Pet day! πΆ π» π° πΉ
Whoever your furry friend is, how are you managing their expenses? π€
Whether you're an experienced owner or considering buying a pet, see what costs you need to budget for and make a plan π·
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Heard of the 1p Savings Challenge? You can start it at any time πͺ
The concept is simple. You save a little bit more every day:
Day 1 save 1p
Day 2: Save 2p
Day 3: Save 3p...and so on
You can catch up from January and over the year save Β£667.95! π°
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Money tools to help you feel in control:
The 50/30/20 rule:
50% needs, 30% wants, 20% savings/debt βοΈ
Separate essential bills from non-essential bills βοΈ
Use tools like the MoneyHelper budget planner βοΈ
Talk to your loved ones and talk to us! βοΈ
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63% of single Gen Z's are now choosing to spend their Β£ on self-care & wellness instead of pursuing a partner.
The logic: Why "gamble" Β£ on a first date that might go nowhere, when the same amount buys a wellness weekend that guarantees you feel better?
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"Where is my money going?!"
Asking yourself this question regularly?
Take control with a plan!π
Setting a budget gives you control and stops the panic - the Moneyhelper website has a handy budget planner to help you get started:
Small progress is still progress π±
Itβs easy to get overwhelmed by big financial goals, but remember: consistency beats intensity.
Whether youβve automated a Β£20 deposit into your savings or paid off a small balance this month, you are moving in the right direction!
π Well done!
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Healthcare innovation is both a #SocialImpact and #AIforgood opportunity β but only with ethical data governance and equitable access. Humanβcentered healthcare innovation was a hot topic at #WEF26.
Learn more: https://ow.ly/KhmF50YbQrn
Today is #ReclaimSocial day - changing negativity to positivity! π
Join our growing community of more than 4,600 active members π€
We can help you change your finances. Our aim is to help you build good financial habits for you and your family β€οΈ
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Today is #TimeToTalk Day - the nationβs biggest mental health conversation π£οΈ
Talking openly and honestly can be the first step towards better mental health for everyone π«
It can reduce stigma and help people feel comfortable enough to seek help when they need it β€οΈ
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Need debt advice?
Step Change is a charity that helps hundreds of thousands of people each year β€οΈ
They offer free advice, solutions, tools and resources if you're worried about money π·
Get free advice you can trust π€
What are your plans for saving money this year?
1οΈβ£ Saving for a family member
2οΈβ£ Clear the credit card
3οΈβ£ Save for a summer holiday
4οΈβ£ Build a nest egg
Whatever your goal, our team is ready to support you.
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Got questions about taking out a loan or our savings account? π€
We're here to help guide you.
Our mission is to provide every member with access to reasonably priced financial services.
Find out more about our loans via our FAQsβ
riversidecreditunion.co.uk/faqs/
Download our app. The simple way to manage your account π²
Check your balances, request withdrawals and search your transactions.
Manage your personal information.
Access important messages and documents in your inbox.
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Weβve been conditioned to think that thriftiness is a tragedy, but we disagree.
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Home-cooked meals over takeout cycle
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Financial peace over luxury appointments
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Intentionality over mindless spending
Redefine what a "good life" looks like for you, not what others say.
Dive into the #EnergySaversWeek, a national campaign run by the Energy Saving Trust and Citizens Advice. This guide is packed with "why didn't I think of that?" advice.
Whether youβre a renter or a homeowner, these tips are game-changers:
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You make a New Yearβs resolution to save moreβ¦
Then January sales hit π
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Have a list (and stick to it)
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Use the 24-hour rule
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Check the βrealβ price
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Set a sales budget
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Unsubscribe & logout
Saving doesnβt mean never spending. It just means spending on purpose.
Anti-Fraud Friday!
Cyber-scammers are getting smarter, but they almost always leave "digital fingerprints." Whether itβs an email about a "frozen account" or a "surprise refund," use this quick checklist to spot a scam before it spots you!
We donβt have "customers", we have members. And because youβre a member, youβre also an owner. That means your voice is the most important one in the room!
What is one thing you love about being a member here? π
#GetToKnowYourCustomerDay
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Weβve been taught that budgeting means youβre struggling.
But it can actually be less about restriction and more about intention.
We're challenging a big money myth. Check why saying βIβm on a budgetβ often has nothing to do with being broke.
Have you joined the 1p Savings Challenge? There's still time!
The concept is simple. You save a little bit more every day:
Jan 1st: Save 1p
Jan 2nd: Save 2p
Jan 3rd: Save 3p...and so on.
By the end of 2026, youβll have saved Β£667.95!
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