Thistle Credit Union

3/3 At Thistle Credit Union we have been serving people living and working across the West of Scotland for over 30 years. We were founded on the belief of mutual support and are proud to continue to put our members' financial wellbeing at the heart of everything we do.

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2/3 This year's theme is "Cooperation for a Prosperous World" and acts as a reminder that when we work together, we can create real change, not just for ourselves, but for the people and communities around us.

1/3 Today is International Credit Union Day! It's a chance to recognise the difference credit unions like Thistle make every day; helping people take control of their finances and build better, stronger and fairer communities.

6/6 We are working tirelessly to build a fairer and more sustainable financial future for our members.

Join the growing movement revolutionising the way we bank today. 👇

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5/6 4️⃣ Dedicated

We are dedicated to exceeding expectations in everything we do to provide the best service possible.

4/6 3️⃣ Caring

We are a caring organisation that respects and values our members, staff, volunteers and community.

3/6 2️⃣ Integrity

We work to a high standard of conduct and aim to earn trust by being responsible and accountable.

2/6 1️⃣ Members First

Our members are our main priority and their best interests is what drives every decision we make.

1/6 At Thistle Credit Union, our values set the standard and are at the center of everything we do. They provide a roadmap to building a fairer and more sustainable future for our members.

5/5 Be a part of the fight for a fairer financial future by joining the banking revolution today.

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4/5 ✌️ We're partnering with employers across the West of Scotland to help employees set up automatic savings contributions to build a vital safety net during these unpredictable times.

3/5 ☝️ We're helping our members slow the cycle of borrowing by including savings contributions with all of our repayment plans.

2/5 At Thistle Credit Union, we're at the forefront of the financial fight back. Here's how. 👇

1/5 The ongoing cost of living crisis has had a significant impact on peoples' ability to save. With 1 in 4 people in financially vulnerable circumstances having no savings; the risk of being plunged into a cycle of debt and poverty is a reality for many.

But it doesn't have to be this way.

Louder for the people in the back please!! 🙌

This is why you should join your local credit union. 👀

Couldn't agree more! 💜🙌

Louder for the people in the back please! 💜🙌

UK credit card borrowing has reached a 19 year high but there are better and fairer alternatives that not only provide financial relief but can help break the cycle of borrowing.

👉 More information about our mandatory savings contributions can be found on our website.

This is why financial education is so important. An educated population will be empowered to make better financial decisions.

3/3 This truly unique service puts Thistle Credit Union at the forefront of the banking revolution.

Learn more about our affordable loans here. 👇

🔗 thistlecu.co.uk/loans

2/3 With savings contributions included in all of our repayment plans, a loan from Thistle Credit Union allows you to build on your savings while repaying your loan.

1/3 Research by The Financial Fairness Trust (2024) found that almost one third of Scottish households don't have any savings that could be used to cover unexpected costs.

This highlights the vital role that Thistle Credit Union plays in helping our member build a more secure financial future.

This is your Tuesday morning reminder to start saving for retirement, no matter your age, your future self will thank you for it. 💜🫶

January can be a difficult time for people dealing with debt – if you are worried about your finances, we’re here to help.
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I don't know who needs to hear this but Klarna and Clearpay are not your friends. 💔🫶

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This is your friendly reminder that Buy Now Pay Later, such as Klarna and ClearPay, are still loans.

Read more about BNPL from our friends at StepChange. 👇

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As RBS closes there's a reminder that credit union's doors are open to all It’s recommended that you save for at least eight weeks before applying for a loan

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"With traditional bank branches closing; Thistle Credit Union believes that its commitment to keeping its own branches open and as accessible as possible has never been more important"

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