Thamesbank to serve Chiswick, Brentford, Isleworth and Osterley
The Thamesbank Credit Union is about to start trading in the Chiswick, Brentford, Isleworth and Osterley areas.
Any person who lives works or volunteers in the Chiswick, Brentford, Isleworth and Osterley areas can become a member. They can save and borrow from the Credit Union and enjoy access to other credit union services. Members are also the shareholders of the credit union and enjoy the benefits of any profits in the form of a dividend.
Thamesbank is inviting new volunteer board members to oversee the Credit Union when it starts trading, no previous experience is needed, full training will be provided.
A credit union is a financial co-operative owned and controlled by its members. Credit unions along with the high street banks and building societies, are regulated by the Financial Services Authority. A steering group of local volunteers have worked over the last few years to develop a business plan, and operating policies for Thamesbank.
If you are interested in finding out more about Thamesbank or the other proposed credit unions then please contact the Credit Union Development. Officer, Credit Union Support Partnership, The Market Building, 195 High Street, Brentford, Middlesex TW8 8LB. Telephone 020 8568 4112 and ask for Ben, or on email benagye@consultant.com. If Ben is not available ask for Alan Sheerins ( email alan@coophomes.coop )
September 23, 2004
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