First Choice Credit Union will be joining credit union members around the world to celebrate International Credit Union Day® (ICU Day) on the 20th October 2022. This year marks the 74th anniversary of ICU day where credit unions around the world reflect on the movement’s history, promote its achievements, recognise its hard work and share member experiences. The theme for … Read More

Sept 2022 We have recently updated our members draw terms and conditions.   The change which is contained in Section 3 (b) will mean the entrance fee will not be deducted from members’ savings where such withdrawal would result in their savings collateral held as security for a loan becoming less than the agreed amount. To view our updated terms … Read More

For all First Choice Credit Union members with Ulster Bank/ KBC current accounts As an Ulster Bank/KBC customer you will be aware that Ulster Bank/KBC have begun communicating with their customers about their timeline for leaving the Irish Market. For First Choice Credit Union members, this will mean that any direct debits  you had set up with Ulster Bank/KBC to … Read More

Did you know that through your Credit Union you can get access to services for members to help them plan for financial events in the future, like your children going to college? DIT recently published their Cost of Living guide for students living away from home which highlighted the significant costs. Specific numbers that really stand out are €13,305 for … Read More

First Choice Credit Union is delighted to launch its ‘Junior Savers Week’ which will be running from the 26th September to the 1stOctober. During the week, First Choice Credit Union will be running a number of initiatives to raise awareness about the importance of saving and developing positive financial habits for life. During Junior Savers Week, First Choice Credit Union will be adding … Read More

First Choice Credit Union is delighted to announce that entries are now open for the 2022 Credit Union Art Competition. DOWNLOAD A 2022 CREDIT UNION ART COMPETITION ENTRY FORM The theme for this year’s Credit Union Art Competition is ‘It’s A Wonderful World’. This year’s theme gives participants the opportunity to present their own interpretation of the magic in the ... Read More

Due to supply and demand issues on the global market since 2020, energy suppliers have been steadily charging more and more for gas and electricity. Many households are now facing energy poverty – and need support to tackle rising household costs across the board.   Why are energy prices increasing in Ireland? Energy supply and demand has been influenced by a … Read More

With escalating third level education costs, First Choice Credit Union is the one-stop-shop when it comes to financing the college journey. A large number of families will need to borrow to finance course fees and up-front accommodation costs. Some lenders are more prudent and cost effective than others. A credit union Student Loan for example is a far less expensive … Read More

Money Mule Awareness The majority of money muling incidents involving current accounts belonging to those aged between 18 and 24. Criminals are deliberately targeting teens and young adults when recruiting money mules so it is critical that this age group as well as their parents fully understand how these crimes operate and how they can avoid getting caught up in ... Read More

First Choice Credit Union are delighted to launch the Brendan Hopkins Bursary Fund – in memory of former credit union director Brendan Hopkins – to assist students throughout our common bond in their quest for third level education. First Choice Credit Union will award FIVE BURSARIES to the value of €1,000 each. The bursaries are exclusive to First Choice Credit … Read More