Scotwest Members have a few days left to be in with a chance to win £100 by telling us how we are doing in the Scotwest Member Survey! The survey will close on 9th April. Click to take part: surveymonkey.co.uk/r/ScotwestSurv…

Happy #NationalUnicornDay. What a great day to join a credit union. It's what the unicorns would want, after all surely! 😂🦄

Scotwest Credit Union will be closed for the May Bank Holiday on Monday 3 May. The phone lines will re-open at 8.30am on Tuesday 4 May. If you are looking to make a withdrawal or application during this period, please ensure it is lodged with us in plenty of time.

Want to find out more about credit unions and the benefits membership can bring to people's lives? Dermot O'Neill Chief Executive at SLCU is one of the speakers at this event. #PeopleHelpingPeople

One of our wonderful Renfrewshire credit unions, @RWCREDITUNION has launched a TV and Radio Campaign to promote their services and specifically lending from the credit union. It'll be on STV and Clyde One Radio for 2 weeks from 26th April. See here -youtube.com/watch?v=rn7Y6o…

Thank you to everyone who attended today's #RACAEvent! We had a fantastic turnout and some wonderful feedback. Our latest video and presentation slides will be available on our website shortly. 🙌#AffordableCredit

With the news Provident have stopped doing doorstep loans credit choices have reduced. (Although you may say we're better off without a lender pushing loans to people unable to ever repay them) Please remember your local credit union may be able to help! .bbc.co.uk/news/business-…

Remember, your local #CreditUnion is a great source of #AffordableCredit. In Renfrewshire there are 5 to choose from. See mycreditunionrenfrewshire.co.uk for details. Or if you're not in the area you can use findyourcreditunion.co.uk ABCUL Scotland SLCU

What you see is what you get with a Scotwest Loan - we don't try to hook you in with a low rate only available to some people. So if it's for home improvements, a new car, a holiday or even emergencies, the rate you see on our site is the rate you get: bit.ly/25G0VHK

Don't fall prey to #loansharks Credit Unions offer affordable credit with transparent terms and no hidden fees. #BorrowBetter #CreditUnionDifference Renfrewshire Affordable Credit Alliance Inverclyde Council

This really shows you anyone can get caught out by scammers and fraudsters after your money. It pays to always be alert, and always check who you are speaking to. Legitimate callers are happy for you to check them out before giving any details or access to your device.

In our Member Survey, 98% of respondents said applying for a Scotwest loan is easy. We have a range of loans for whatever you need right now, whether it’s home improvements, a new car or a quick loan to help with any unforeseen emergencies. Find out more: bit.ly/25G0VHK

Nice article in the metro about Credit Unions if you want to know more. metro.co.uk/2021/06/28/are…

Attention Scotwest Members! Ahead of exciting changes to our online banking, we are asking that Members log in to their account to ensure that the email and mobile phone number listed are up to date. This will allow you to easily register for the new system when the time comes.

Do you love your #CreditUnion more than cake? Credit Unions operate the same way all over the world, working for their members and offering great savings and loan products. #CreditUnionDifference #ILoveMyCreditUnion

Congratulations to all our winners in the Scotwest Lottery Draw for July, particularly Margaret Johnston of Renfrewshire for winning the £4,000 jackpot! Entries to the lottery cost just £1 each from your Scotwest Savers Account. Find out more here: bit.ly/1nsKnkv

Can they beat us? Before signing on the dotted line with another lender, check out our loan calculators - whether you are looking for a new car, to improve your home or consolidate other lending, we don't think you'll find a better rate! bit.ly/2kwtCYW

New role now on Engage Renfrewshire volunteering site: Food Distribution Volunteers 🥫📦🙋 Can you help with this vital work supporting fair & affordable access to food for communities across Renfrewshire? Volunteers needed every Tuesday at the Tannahill Centre bit.ly/3DIWTV4

If you are from a minority ethnic background and live in Renfrewshire, please join the next meeting of IN-Ren on Monday 6 September 2021 (Integrati... engagerenfrewshire.org/engage-support…

Big lenders can afford to advertise, but their services can cost more. Credit Unions can't don't have big budgets for advertising. They are not for profit, so they offer good deals on loans, and if you save your money is safe, covered by FSCS up to £85,000 just like in a bank.