Pirates N’ Sharks Success

The Pirates N Sharks event on the 12th August was a resounding success. Over 70 new members joined up and took advantage of the savings account incentives, which will be added to their accounts in December just ready for Christmas. Our thanks at US&L go to BBC South Today team, The News, The Illegal Money Lending team, Portsmouth City Council, and all our staff who participated on the day.

The News 13th August 2010

East Hampshire’s MP to chair all-party group on credit unions

Local MP Damian Hinds is to chair the All-Party Parliamentary Group on Credit Unions, following the Group’s AGM. Damian said: This is set to be an exciting time for credit unions with the new opportunities from liberalisation, and of course a much sharpened focus on debt as an issue at all levels. I hope we will see much growth in the sector, and there is partnership potential too with the Post Office. Credit unions like our own United Savings & Loan in Bordon provide a crucial service, encourage saving and promoting affordable, responsible credit.

On his own involvement, Damian said: The All-Party Parliamentary Group on Credit Unions can play an important role supporting the sector in its growth, reaching out to more customers. It is a great opportunity to work with MPs from right across the House of Commons in a collaborative way.

Nicky Barham, manager of United Savings & Loans in Bordon, said: Credit unions go from strength to strength. Especially after all that has happened in the last couple of years, people are really attracted to a not-for-profit community-based financial institution like ours. We’re a great way to start saving, and a responsible, affordable source when you need a loan.

Project Daisy

Out of Town Plus is a one year pilot scheme run by Hampshire County Council designed to offer residents in rural parts of East Hampshire access to information and services.
The Daisy Bus is a mobile delivery point for these services.
East Hampshire District council kicked of their series of summer housing roadshows across East Hampshire with Daisy at Headley Down. The housing options and advice team were there along with USAL and Hampshire Information services.  for more information about the services offered via Project Daisy please contact our Bordon office 014 2048 8977

Financial Services Compensation Scheme

Important information about compensation arrangements.

We are covered by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS).The FSCS can pay compensation to depositors if a credit union is unable to meet its financial obligations.

Most depositors – including most individuals and small businesses – are covered by the scheme.
In respect of deposits, an eligible depositor is entitled to claim up to £50,000. For joint accounts each account holder is treated as having a claim in respect of their share so, for a joint account held by two eligible depositors, the maximum amount that could be claimed would be £50,000 each (making a total of £100,000).

The £50,000 limit relates to the combined amount in all the eligible depositor’s accounts with the credit union, including their share of any joint account, and not to each separate account.

For further information about the scheme (including the amounts covered and eligibility to claim) please ask at your local branch, refer to the FSCS website www.FSCS.org.uk or call 020 7892 7300 or 0800 678 1100.

IAG Centre Portsmouth

From the 28th June we will operate a Satellite Service Point at the IAG Centre in Arundel street, Portsmouth. 

Opening Times

Monday 13.00 - 15.00

Wednesday 13.00 - 15.00

We will be operating a drop in service at this location for anybody who is interested in what services we can offer. For further details please call the main office number on 023 9282 7980.

Making a Difference Together

A warm welcome to all our members.  We’ve gone through some major changes this year the biggest of which is our new name.  United Savings & Loans is the umbrella for all our branches throughout Hampshire.   Our aim is to provide a friendly, approachable service for all our members.  Just come into your local branch to see what we can do for you.

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