Latest news

Message to our members from our chief executive, Sheila Murtagh: we’re here for you

The current pandemic has presented a challenge to us, our members and our wonderful city in ways that we have never experienced before.We have decided to scrap our £3 membership fee to remove the barrier for people short of money… Read more


Salford Credit Union- COVID 19 UPDATE

IMPORTANT INFORMATIONAs you are aware, the situation with Covid 19, often called the Coronavirus is unprecedented and is requiring organisations, including Salford Credit Union, to make some challenging decisions.In order to protect yourself, we advise everyone to check the government… Read more


We’re set to take on the high street banks and payday loans for the people of Salford

Salford Credit Union has invested in an improved website so that we can be an affordable and ethical alternative to high street banks and payday loan companies.The new website includes an easy to use calculator to get a quick quote… Read more


Local lass crowned SCU competition winner!

Congratulations to Rebecca Brannon for winning our Treasure Hunt Challenge!Rebecca popped into see us and to receive her £50 cheque on 18th February.Rebecca is a Salford resident who read about the competition on our Facebook page. She said she was… Read more


Walk The Plank challenge 

Managing our money – from bills, borrowing to saving – can feel like walking the plank sometimes. Here at Salford Credit Union, we make it our mission to support the people of Salford feel better off thanks to easy saving… Read more


Exclusive payroll loan offer – EXTENDED

We are delighted to announce that, due to popular demand, our exclusive loan deal for payroll members will be extended until the end of August.Our Payroll Members can access a loan deal featuring an APR of 18.90% for loans between… Read more


WIN a holiday hamper!

Win a holiday hamper of fun summer goodies including blanket, towel and mini first aid kit PLUS £25 shopping voucher.In order to celebrate credit union awareness week – and encourage people in Salford to ‘beat the heat’ of loans from… Read more


SCU launches exclusive loan deal to help workers break the cycle of debt – and the chance to win a holiday hamper!

We are delighted to launch an exclusive loan deal to compete with high street lenders and help the city’s employers to support their workers’ financial wellbeing – and have the chance to win a holiday hamper – to beat the… Read more


We are hiring! Do you have the skills and energy to join our busy team?

We are looking to recruit a new Member Services Officer Salford Credit Union is all about helping local people get better off-encouraging regular saving, offering affordable loans and helping grow our local economy.Our new Member Services Officer will be positive,… Read more


Volunteer opportunities to support our Board, Supervisory Committee and volunteers

We are always trying to improve our Credit Union and this includes at Board and Committee level.Our Board of 10 Directors only includes 1 woman at the moment so we have two opportunities for 2 women members to join as… Read more