1st Class Credit Union

𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀. PFA Scotland Championship Player of the Year Nominees for 2026, sponsored by @1stClassCU 💫 Andrew Tod (@officialdafc) Ben Stanway (@PartickThistle) Jamie Gullan (@StJohnstone) Josh McPake (@StJohnstone) #PFAScotland #PFASPOTY26

Lighting up the Championship 🌟 Four players have been nominated by their peers as the standout players in the Championship. 🤝 @1stClassCU

𝗩𝗼𝘁𝗲𝗱 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀, 𝗯𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗽𝗹𝗮𝘆𝗲𝗿𝘀. Here is your PFA Scotland Championship Team of the Year for 25/26, sponsored by @1stClassCU. Toby Steward (St Johnstone) Ben McPherson (Partick Thistle) Jeremiah Chilokoa-Mullen (Dunfermline Athletic) Cheick Diabate (St Johnstone) Robbie Fraser (Dunfermline Athletic) Ben Stanway (Partick Thistle) Reece McAlear (St Johnstone) Jason Holt (St Johnstone) Jamie Gullan (St Johnstone) Alex Samuel (Partick Thistle) Josh McPake (St Johnstone)

🎙️ 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: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/ian… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2MsGy5… YouTube: youtu.be/33N96C3U6Oo?si… #MoneyMadeHuman

PFA Scotland POTY 2026 💫 We are delighted to announce that @1stClassCU will be sponsoring our Championship Player of the Year Award. 🔗 1stclasscu.co.uk | #PFASPOTY26

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: bit.ly/3JHr0o2

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: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/and… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/4JpqPI… YouTube: youtu.be/cAdeC5dvVLU?si… #MoneyMadeHuman

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

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: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/sus… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/3sPl82… YouTube: youtu.be/bRAHPnVGr0g?si… #MoneyMadeHuman

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_

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: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mic… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/6wGMv1… #MoneyMadeHuman

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.

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 🌟

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: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/mic… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/70d4Cn… YouTube: youtu.be/cMFXRgrPdpw?si… #MoneyMadeHuman

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

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: podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dr-… Spotify: open.spotify.com/episode/2iFsTL… YouTube: youtu.be/Ia8lFq1MokQ?si… #MoneyMadeHuman

📢 New partnership alert! We’re excited to partner with @MoneyHelperUK, part of @MoneyPensionsUK, giving our members free, trusted guidance on pensions and financial wellbeing. 🌱 Read more about our partnership here: 1stclasscu.co.uk/news/new-partn…