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We've committed to the Women in Finance Charter
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Your Society has committed to implement four key actions to fulfil the UK Government's Women in Finance Charter.

Community Support Scheme grants nine local charities and groups
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A total of nine organisations have received funding through the third Community Support Scheme round of 2026, helping them cont…

Your money deserves more: book a 30-minute savings review
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Easy to book and packed with expert advice; a savings review can help take the effort out of finding the right account.

Understanding savings: start here!
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Confused about what certain savings terms mean? We can help with that! Check out our guide to some key savings terms and what t…

UK Savings Week 2026
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Save your way today, thank yourself tomorrow! We're proud to support this year's UK Savings Week, taking place from 21-27 Septe…

Announcing a wild charity partnership for Didcot branch
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We're otter-ly thrilled to announce Didcot branch's new charity partnership with Oxfordshire Wildlife Rescue.
Savings and mortgage knowledge

UK Savings Week 2026
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Save your way today, thank yourself tomorrow! We're proud to support this year's UK Savings Week, taking place from 21-27 Septe…

Innovative options can help address homeownership affordability challenges
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New research from the Building Societies Association (BSA) suggests confidence in the mortgage market is improving, with fewer …

Interest rates increase on selected savings accounts from 19 June 2026
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While the Bank of England base rate remains unchanged today, we will be increasing the interest rates on selected accounts, eff…

Your money deserves more than nothing!
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Why building societies are the smart choice for savers.

How green mortgages can help buy-to-let landlords prepare for 2030 EPC standards
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With tighter energy efficiency standards on the horizon, buy-to-let landlords are under increasing pressure to future-proof the…
Community and charity updates

Announcing a wild charity partnership for Didcot branch
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We're otter-ly thrilled to announce Didcot branch's new charity partnership with Oxfordshire Wildlife Rescue.

Our cake-tastic winners have been selected!
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The winner and runners-up of our popular annual calendar competition have been chosen - congratulations to all involved.

Welcoming NeighbourCare, our new Basingstoke charity partner
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We're proud to welcome our new charity partner, Basingstoke NeighbourCare, chosen by members and employees.