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Representatives of London credit unions, including Ben West of London Mutual Credit Union, Jon Belshaw of Greenwich & Bexley Credit Union, Mark Plummer of Lewisham Plus Credit Union and Gurminder Singh Bhagrath of London Capital Credit Union, meet Deputy Mayor for Business Howard Dawber at City Hall

London credit unions meet the Deputy Mayor at City Hall

The meeting explored how London's credit unions can work more closely, and with the capital's employers, to reach more Londoners with fair, affordable finance.
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The best moments of a World Cup happen in a room full of people. Don't let gambling apps pull you out of it.
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London credit unions: who can join and how to choose

Fair savings and affordable loans from an organisation you part-own. What's not to like? A guide to London's credit unions, who can join, and how to choose.
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A woman holding a phone stands on a London street, looking thoughtfully into the distance. A red double-decker bus and a cyclist pass behind her.

Can I get a loan with bad credit?

Whether you can get a loan with bad credit depends on more than a score. Sometimes the answer is yes. Sometimes it isn't. Here's what makes the difference.
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Why financial stress isn’t a character flaw

Most of us think financial stress is just about not having enough money. To mark Stress Awareness Month, I sat down with a finance expert who says that's wrong.
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Economic Secretary to the Treasury visits London Mutual Credit Union in Peckham

Lucy Rigby MP visited our office in Peckham, meeting our team, hearing from a longstanding member, and seeing our work first hand.
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Next Month: What’s the Deal with Universal Credit? Your Guide to the Big Switch

Friday 15th November @ 12pm

Curious about the move from legacy benefits to Universal Credit? Join us this November for a straightforward session with Ryan Peter from the Department for Work and Pensions. He’ll explain why this change is happening, how it could affect your payments, and what support is available to help with the transition. It’s a chance to get clear answers to your questions and understand what’s coming up. Perfect for anyone looking to feel prepared and informed about the shift to Universal Credit.

In the session we’ll cover:

✔ Explanation of the shift from legacy benefits to Universal Credit
✔ How the change affects payments
✔ Guidance on the transition process
✔ Available support for affected individuals

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