First Choice Credit Union is delighted to announce a significant enhancement to our Current Account service with the introduction of Google Pay and Fitbit Pay. Our Current Account members can now add their Debit Card to Google Pay and Fitbit Pay digital wallets, making it easier for those preferring to use their mobile phone and/or Fitbit watch to make Contactless … Read More
December 2020 Dear Members, In line with public health guidelines, it is not possible to hold our Annual General Meeting (AGM) in the usual format at the moment. The Department of Finance is aware of this and recently the Government approved the General Scheme of a credit union Bill which will allow credit unions to host virtual AGMs and to … Read More
Irish consumers traditionally spend more in the month of December than in any other month of the year. The impact of Christmas spending can last for weeks or months after the festive season has ended. Many households rely on Credit Card debt for Christmas spending, and the most financially vulnerable may seek finance from moneylenders at this time of year, … Read More
Pumpkin carving is a much beloved Halloween tradition and is growing in popularity every year – and let’s be honest, we all want to make something cool regardless of our age. Here are 10 Halloween pumpkin carving designs to have a crack at – for the skilled and not so skilled. The classic pumpkin (Photo: Shutterstock) Of course, there’s nothing … Read More
For the sixth consecutive year, credit unions have claimed pole position for the best customer experience in Ireland at the official CXi awards announced on Tuesday 20th October 2020. Credit unions have strengthened their reputation as Ireland’s undisputed CX champions by not just taking the top spot again this year, but by also extending their lead at the top of … Read More
On the 15th October, 2020 First Choice Credit Union will be joining members around the world to celebrate International Credit Union Day®, an annual event to commemorate the credit union movement’s impact and achievements. This year’s theme is ‘Inspiring Hope For a Global Community’ and First Choice Credit Union is joining credit unions around the world to celebrate! This year’s … Read More
Junior Savers Week runs from the 12th – 17th October 2020 First Choice Credit Union is encouraging children in throughout our Common Bond to start saving with their local credit union! The credit union launches its ‘Junior Savers Week’ next week (October 12th – 17th) which aims to encourage the importance of saving for the future. Research shows that how … Read More