1st Class Credit Union

Helping members save regularly, borrow responsibly, and improve their financial wellbeing 💙

[Katrina Murray MP @katrinamurray71]

I spoke in Parliament about the importance of fair financial services, tackling economic abuse & workplace wellbeing.

After attending the Money Made Human Awards hosted by @1stClassCU, it was a reminder that behind every policy and statistic are real people. 👇

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

Scottish Podcast Awards nominee!! 🎉

Money Made Human is shortlisted in the Lifestyle, Health & Wellbeing category at the inaugural Scottish Podcast Awards, in partnership with @Spotify.

Bring on 25th June 🫶

#MoneyMadeHuman #ScottishPodcastAwards2026

[PFA Scotland @PFAScotland]

A champion for the Saints and now Championship Player of the Year.

McPake has been voted as PFA Scotland Championship POTY by his opponents across the division.

The league’s top scorer leaves St Johnstone with recognition of being the best player across the campaign 💪

🤝 @1stClassCU

[PFA Scotland @PFAScotland]

Lighting up the Championship 🌟

Four players have been nominated by their peers as the standout players in the Championship.

🤝 @1stClassCU

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

🎙️ In episode 19 of the Money Made Human podcast, host Gayle Lloyd is joined by @IanByrneMP for Liverpool West Derby and Co-Founder of @SFoodbanks.

Key topics include:

🏙️ Ian’s upbringing in Liverpool and the early influences that shaped him
🍽️ The Right to Food UK Commission and its mission to end hunger by 2035
🏦 The role of credit unions in supporting communities

A thoughtful conversation on social justice, community action, and the power of football and cooperative institutions to make a difference.

Listen here:

Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/jWcDGXYGr1
Spotify: https://t.co/3P7fF0hfto
YouTube: https://t.co/fGRKBwnzTC

#MoneyMadeHuman

[PFA Scotland @PFAScotland]

PFA Scotland POTY 2026 💫

We are delighted to announce that @1stClassCU will be sponsoring our Championship Player of the Year Award.

🔗 https://t.co/nfqMkAMMK7 | #PFASPOTY26

[PFA Scotland @PFAScotland]

Life and careers can change quickly, especially in football.

Calum, Payment Support Officer at @1stClassCU, explains how 1st Class Credit Union supports members through difficult periods with options such as payment breaks, reduced payments, or refinancing to help manage repayments and protect your credit score.

Learn more about their support: https://t.co/7E8IXsaz91

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

Episode 18 of the Money Made Human podcast features Andy Walker, former professional footballer, commentator, pundit, and media analyst.

Key topics include:

⚽ Andy’s playing career, including his time at Celtic
🤍 The influence of family and experiences of loss and bereavement
🗓️ The importance of financial awareness and planning in football

Listen here:

Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/u2GgD6uASG
Spotify: https://t.co/UgESBnKOSM
YouTube: https://t.co/mPXpdNU9SJ

#MoneyMadeHuman

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

Happy International Women's Day 💜

This year's theme is "Give To Gain". Giving multiplies opportunities and support for women. Donations, knowledge, mentoring, visibility, and advocacy all help women thrive. When women rise, we all rise.

#IWD2026 #GiveToGain

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

Episode 17 of the Money Made Human podcast features Susie Heywood, Suicide Prevention Implementation Lead at @SuicidePrevScot 💜

Key topics include:

👪 The importance of collaboration across sectors
💡 The concept of “liveability” and why it matters
📘 Susie’s book "Challenging Gender Stereotypes in the Early Years"

Listen here:

Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/K0hMS9j76D
Spotify: https://t.co/VffrWuMrMM
YouTube: https://t.co/mNBqWbLPb3

#MoneyMadeHuman

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

4 YEARS RUNNING 🥇🥇🥇🥇

We're proud to share that 1st Class Credit Union has been named Prestige Awards Loan Agency of the Year 2026/27 — four years in a row!

Along with our recent Feefo Platinum Trusted Service Award, it’s been a great start to the year 💙

@prestigeawards_

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

In episode 16 of the Money Made Human podcast, host Gayle Lloyd speaks with Michael Byrne, CEO of @Core_Cu 🎙️

Some highlights from the episode:

🧭 Michael’s upbringing, career journey and path into the credit union sector
🤝 The role credit unions have played in supporting communities across Ireland
🏘️ Ireland’s strong culture of community and people helping people

Listen here:

Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/y80S2OhQ42
Spotify: https://t.co/pukWbQonon

#MoneyMadeHuman

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

As some of you may know, our Credit Union, along with a number of other Credit Unions, has been campaigning against the withdrawal of a product called the Family Protection Plan, which began as a funeral plan for a small minority of our members back in 2005.

The Coalition of Credit Unions took the campaign to London yesterday, where the Economic Secretary to the Treasury, Lucy Rigby KC MP, kindly hosted us and several other interested parties. We are hopeful that the meeting will offer a positive way forward and, as ever, we stand in principle and solidarity with those most affected.

Pictured: Elaine Rae, CEO of NHS Credit Union; our CEO, Gayle Lloyd; Carmel Swan, CEO of ACE Credit Union Services (A Credit Union Trade Body); and George Redmond, CEO of Bridgeton, Calton and Dalmarnock (BCD) Credit Union.

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

We’re delighted to announce that we’ve been awarded the @Feefo_Official 2026 Platinum Trusted Service Award! 💙

To celebrate this achievement, we wanted to share a heartfelt testimonial from one of our members, Andrew.

#FeefoTrusted 🌟

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

In episode 15 of the Money Made Human podcast, host Gayle Lloyd sits down with Michael Devlin, Chair and Project Lead at @PFAScotland.

Some highlights from the episode:

⚽ Michael’s journey as a professional footballer and transition into PFA Scotland
🧠 Addressing wellbeing, mental health, and pressures in modern football
🌱 Michael’s values, family influences, and hopes for the future

Michael also reflects on football’s role in society and the importance of partnerships with trusted financial institutions like 1st Class Credit Union to support players’ financial wellbeing.

Listen here:

Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/hqE19cZeqx
Spotify: https://t.co/kNOXB0UW8R
YouTube: https://t.co/2Wb5bl4vP7

#MoneyMadeHuman

[Scottish Illegal Money Lending Unit @StopLoanSharks]

The confidential loan shark helpline, 0800 074 0878, is open again

We are available 24/7 for anyone who has any concerns or questions about illegal money lending or loan sharks

Please reach out for support #YouAreNotAlone

[1st Class Credit Union @1stClassCU]

In episode 14 of the Money Made Human podcast, we shine a spotlight on Glasgow, home of 1st Class Credit Union, with Dr Stuart Patrick CBE, Chief Executive of @Glasgow_Chamber. 💙

Topics covered include:

⚡ How Glasgow has navigated major challenges, from the 2008 financial crash to COVID-19
💡 How credit unions and the Chamber can support one another and their communities
📚 Dr Patrick’s career journey and the values guiding his leadership

Listen here:

Apple Podcasts: https://t.co/GQZysc3VvQ
Spotify: https://t.co/5IZcLBodK8
YouTube: https://t.co/PM1wOm12t6

#MoneyMadeHuman