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Last month we hosted our 23rd Annual General Meeting and what a successful trading year 2021 was!  

Good communication is the key to any successful relationship. We want our communications to continually improve and for our GMB members to have easy access to their Credit Union and their accounts whenever they want it.

Back in April 2021, we re-launched our Member’s Prize Draw, a monthly draw that produces one winner to take home the funds raised by the draw tickets. The draw gives our members something to get a bit excited about each month, and the pot has seen growth month upon month.

Now is a good time to take an honest look at your finances and set goals for the new financial year. So, what actions can you implement now that will benefit you for the next 12 months and beyond? Read on to learn five important lessons for the new financial year which could boost your financial wellbeing.  

With our focus on affordable lending and market-leading savings rates many members may not be aware that GMB Credit Union has its own monthly Prize Draw. However, in April 2021, after a hard year, we decided to revamp and enhance our monthly Prize Draw.  

It is very important to be aware of your credit score and to check it regularly.  A healthy credit score goes in your favour when applying for loans, credit cards, and mortgages. There are many other companies who will also do a credit search for example utility companies, landlords, mobile phone providers even employers.