PICTURE GALLERY: Credit Union honours long-serving members

RECOGNISING the commitment and contribution of members of Credit Unions is seen as important. Not only does it reflect well on the ethos of the organisation, but also stimulates interest and is viewed as a fitting reward for years of service - all carried out on a voluntary basis.
By The Newsroom
Published 25th Aug 2010, 16:24 BST

Ballycastle Credit Union have a number of people whose service has been exemplary and at a function in the Ann Street premises, they were presented with gifts by the President, Mr. Sean McQuillan and other officers.

Mick Colgan (supervisor), Liam Graham, now retired from the Board of Directors, Jimmy Gray, Norman Dodds, treasurer, William McCann, Annie McCollum, Selma McMullan and Mr. McQuillan all received gifts to mark their contribution down the years.

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Ballyastle Creidt Union are celebrating 45 years since their formation and membership is at a very healthy level. Indeed, new branches were opened in Bushmills and Cushendall and the Union are delighted with the response from schools in their 'Common Bond' area.

Rathlin Island, Straidbilly and Armoy are amongst those who have signed up as savers and the aim is to educate young people into handling their finances better.

Selma McMullan explained: "If we can encourage children from an early age to save with us, then we instill in them a discipline as far as managing their finances.

"We have had a great response from schools and we would urge other schools to think about what is on offer. Not only do they get interest but everyone who joins under the age of 70 gets automatic life insurance policy."

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