Service Updates

Service Updates

If credit union services are disrupted we will update you here. Please check this page regularly.

Branch Opening

Hackney, Poplar and Stratford branches are open full-time.
Bethnal Green is closed.

  • During the national lockdown please only visit a branch if you have no other means of banking.
  • Consider using online banking or automated telephone banking instead of visiting a branch.
  • Opening times are 9.30am – 5pm Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday, and 9.30am – 1.30pm on Thursday and Saturday. Details
  • Safe social distancing measures are in place in branches.


Current Accounts

There is a delay in Current account application process we are working hard to fast-track applications

  • Current account applications are being prioritised to ensure members can maintain access to their accounts without visiting a branch.
  • We are aware of reported issues with Balances. If you see an incorrect ATM account balance please inform us via this link
  • Apply for, or upgrade your current account


Join & Loan Applications

No reported issues

    Loan applications and join requests are being processed without delays.
  • New joiners need need to visit a branch to complete sign up – please check opening times.
  • Apply for a loan Apply to join   


Credit Control

Open to assist with loan repayment issues

  • Please do not delay in getting in touch if you are experiencing difficulty repaying loans due to coronavirus.
  • If your loan is in arrears contact Credit Control


Online Banking

No reported issues

  • Please use this service wherever possible to relieve pressure on our branches and customer support.
  • Register for online banking


Telephone Banking

Service available – no known issues



Email Customer Support

No reported issues

  • Some delays in replying to messages.
  • Please message us via our Contact Us page.


Telephone Customer Support

No reported issues

  • Longer wait times due to exceptional demand,
  • Phone support is available 9.30am – 5pm on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Friday. Or 9.30am – 1.30pm, Thursday, Saturday.
  • You can also contact Customer Support by email or our website contact form


Payments & Transfer Requests

No reported issues

  • Payment and transfer requests received via online or automated telephone banking are being processed as normal.


For more on our response to the coronavirus disruption, please see our Coronavirus Updates