Credit Union officially opened following facelift of premises
Tubbercurry & District Credit Union officially opened its newly renovated premises on Saturday 24 th at 12.00. The official opening was performed by Irish League of Credit Unions President Charles Murphy. Ciaran Bishop and Seamus Kilgannon, ILCU board also attended. Charles Murphy was presented with a crystal vase, and Ciaran Bishop with a clock for his support and dedication to the CU over the past 27 years. Elected councillors of Tubbercurry and surrounding areas, members of the public and business representatives, staff and members of the Board of Directors were there to offer their support.
President Charles Murphy and Chairperson of Tubbercurry & District CU Margaret Gormonly, cut the tape to declare the premises officially open. Margaret Gormonly in her speech said that the Credit Union continued to prosper. Loans have increased considerably in the past few years, as have shares. Tubbercurry & District Credit Union now provide an online system (CUSOP) which has given members the option to transfer money, pay bills, and access their Credit Union accounts anytime, anywhere. A Foreign Exchange service is also available through Fexco. The credit union is owned by its members and staff are available to support them, whether in terms of budgeting or saving advice. All members are reminded that shares and loans are covered by Life Savings and Loan Protection Insurance, and provide excellent value to members without any hidden fees or charges.
This refurbishment has provided extra working space for the staff with 3 cashier points and a wheel chair accessible point for members. There is also now a meeting room for people seeking loans and where other financial matters can be discussed in confidence. Margaret thanked Ian Kennedy Construction who completed the refurbishment with minimum disruption for the staff and members. The Credit Union wishes to thank all the other companies who worked with Ian and made this state of the art premises that is here today.
Despite increased regulation and amalgamations in the Credit Union sector by the Central Bank and Financial Regulator, it is hoped that in another 25 years there will still be the personal service and a smiling face of a staff member to greet members and help them to conduct their business. It is important that members have a good customer experience, and are satisfied that there are staff members available to assist them with their transactions, as well as offering an online facility.
Tubbercurry & District Credit Union is run by a volunteer Board of Directors and Board Oversight Committee. Community involvement is very important, and Tubbercurry & District Credit Union is proud to sponsor many local groups and events throughout the year.