Buying a car? Planning some home improvement? Need to consolidate some high interest credit cards? Here are 10 reasons why you should visit your credit union first, before approaching a bank for a loan…
The Harp and Crown Credit Union provides safe, secure, flexible financial services for the wider police family in Northern Ireland.
Considering our Summer Loan Promotion? Here are 10 reasons why you should visit your credit union first, before approaching a bank for a loan…
Fantastic news! Organisers have confirmed over 100 entries to this event so far!
Are you a new member (a member for less than 6 months) and/or haven’t taken out a loan with us yet?
Ben applied for a FIRST TIME LOAN to purchase a car, enjoying our lower interest rate of 5.5% APR!
“Building brighter futures through confidence with numbers.” It’s National Numeracy Day on 17th May!
A gentle reminder our office is closed on the Spring Bank Holiday (Monday 29th May).
Ray qualified for our Summer Loan Promotion, TOPPING UP his existing loan with us.
A gentle reminder, our office is closed on Monday 29th May (Spring Bank Holiday).
Did you receive our newsletter? We are delighted to bring an exclusive to our members, signed up to our mailing list...the Police Gazette ONLINE for the first time!
Another great day…for some DIY! Perfect for enjoying your garden...maybe it need a revamp for the summer? Need some help?
Do you know how much is remaining on your loan with us? Remember our 5 x savings Vs borrowing benefit!
WOW! In May during our Summer Loan Promotion we can confirm the following figures:
Today is #WorldEnvironmentDay with a focus on solutions to plastic pollution.
As we nearly come to an end of Volunteers’ Week, we just wanted to convey a HUGE thank you to our Board of Directors and business committee volunteers!
We have been spoiled with this great weather! But it’s not set to last! Time to book your next sun holiday!
Marion requested a TOP UP of her existing loan. This was actioned and funds were transferred to her nominated bank account, all on the same day!
A huge welcome to our new members! Thank you for choosing us as your Number ONE credit union!
We were delighted to help one of our members this week who was struggling with unmanageable debt.
In the event of your death, your BENEFICIARY will take sole responsibility of your Harp and Crown Credit Union account. ARE YOUR BENEFICIARY DETAILS UP TO DATE?
A gentle reminder our next office closure dates will be on Wednesday 12th July and Thursday 13th July.
Paul wanted to apply for a new loan and had queried paying off his existing loan balance with his Harp and Crown CU savings.
Earlier this week we revealed our 25th Anniversary plans as an exclusive “FIRST to know” to our member mailing list subscribers! Did you receive your email?
Martin contacted us to request a transfer of funds from his savings account - funds were transferred to his nominated bank account that same day!
With the recent news of “car loans charges doubling” we’ve seen more of our members coming forward to apply for one of our lower interest loans!
Have you seen a large increase in your credit card or loan interest? Do you have several high interest loans/credit cards to pay off?
Harp and Crown CU members! Please be assured our LOANS remain at the SAME lower interest rates!
It is with great pleasure the Harp and Crown Credit Union are announcing support of the fantastic local charity K9 Search and Rescue Northern Ireland.
Members! Check your email! We have run our BIG Summer Prize Draw and our winners have been selected and notified.
Do you know how much is remaining on your loan with us? Need some help with forthcoming holiday costs?
It’s National Make a Difference to Children Month in July.
Apart from ONE great reason alone…the increase in Bank of England rates…and our lower interest rates remaining the same…here's why you should visit your credit union FIRST before approaching a bank for a loan.
Are you living within your means? Or are you trying to "keep up with the Joneses"??
In the event of your death, your BENEFICIARY will take sole responsibility of your Harp and Crown Credit Union account.
Donna was one of our “64% increase in new members” signing up with the Harp and Crown CU this financial year!
Continuing our 25th Anniversary celebrations, we’ll be sharing stories from our members, directors, stakeholders and more. All of whom have been instrumental in the success of the Harp and Crown Credit Union over the past 25 years.
Need help financing a holiday, car, home improvement, credit card debt and more? And in an ethical, flexible and affordable way?
Do you have a child or more than one child heading off to college or university soon? Or perhaps you’re planning for this big event in one, two or three years’+ time. Are you ready for the financial investment which comes with your child studying away from home?
Need a TOP UP to help before payday or to pay unexpected bills this month?? AVOID high interest payday loans and come to us first!
Are you planning on buying a new car? Applying for a mortgage? Need a loan to cover cost-of-living increases? Unless you can pay for a car or house up front, all the above will require a credit check of your finances, from any potential lenders/creditors.
Did you know? In 2022, we paid out a grand total DIVIDEND of £470,380 to Harp & Crown Credit Union members!
It’s I Love My Credit Union Day! We asked some of our members what they LOVE about the Harp and Crown Credit Union.
In the event of your death, your BENEFICIARY will take sole responsibility of your Harp and Crown Credit Union account.
More and more people are moving towards a "greener" way of life, with a range of eco-friendly and sustainable products available. Some involve large investments, others a simple change in behaviour.
WOW! We’ve opened 15.4% more JUNIOR accounts this financial year compared to last year!
Are you retired or have left service? There’s no need to close your Harp and Crown Credit Union account!
Harp and Crown Credit Union is delighted to confirm an expansion of our team with a brand new role. We are recruiting for a Business Support Assistant!
The continued HIGH cost-of-living is continuing to create financial stress for many. We conducted a Social Media POLL asking YOU if you’re paying off any credit cards or loans…
Continuing our 25th ANNIVERSARY celebrations, we’re sharing stories from our members, directors, stakeholders and more.
We HELPED a member with several HIGH INTEREST credit cards (one as high as 26% APR)…
A gentle reminder our next office closure will be on Monday 28th August for the Bank Holiday.
Harp and Crown Credit Union is delighted to confirm an expansion of our team with a brand new role. We are recruiting for a Business Support Assistant!
Apart from ONE great reason alone…the increase in Bank of England rates…and our lower interest rates remaining the same…here's why you should visit your credit union FIRST before approaching a bank for a loan.
VERY BEST OF LUCK to all receiving their AS, A level and CoPE results this morning!
UNLIKE banks, CREDIT UNIONS such as the Harp and Crown CU provide FREE LIFE COVER up the the age of 70 years old.
Harp and Crown Credit Union is delighted to confirm an expansion of our team with a brand new role. We are recruiting for a Business Support Assistant! Please SHARE with FAMILY and FRIENDS who may be eligible TO APPLY!
FINAL CHANCE to get your application form in for our NEW ROLE as Business Support Assistant! DEADLINE 5PM TODAY! GO!
Please don't keep putting this off. We've had many members get caught out with this. Update YOUR BENEFICIARY today...here is WHY IT IS IMPORTANT to do so...
We offer JUNIOR ACCOUNTS from BIRTH to 15 YEARS. BUT…WHAT happens to YOUR JUNIOR’S account once they turn 16 YEARS??
Need a TOP UP to help before payday or to pay unexpected bills this month? Get in touch before the Bank Holiday weekend!
Some photos from our 25th Anniversary Golf Competition held in August 2023 at Portadown Golf Club....
Our MEMBER SURVEY so far says 43% of you use your Harp & Crown CU account for INSTANT ACCESS and as an EMERGENCY FUND. 48% cite LOANS as the reason.
According to our Member Survey, over 25% of you took out loans for HOME IMPROVEMENT...
“If we learn nothing else from this tragedy, we learn that life is short and there is no time for hate.” Sandy Dahl
Harp and Crown Credit Union members receive FREE LIFE COVER up to the age of 70 years.
WOW! Just WOW! We received this WONDERFUL feedback from a Harp and Crown Credit Union member.
We have some EXCITING NEWS! As if our 25th Anniversary celebrations couldn’t get any better…
As the Harp and Crown Credit Union celebrates its 25th Anniversary year, we are delighted to announce our support of several local charities. One of which provides a very important service to the police family in Northern Ireland.
Harp and Crown CU member: Can my GRANDCHILD join if their PARENTS aren’t in the police?
This is a friendly warning from Mr and Mrs Claus! It’s officially 100 days until CHRISTMAS!
Earlier this week we received fantastic news…we have been SHORTLISTED for this year’s Northern Ireland Social Enterprise AWARDS!
As we near the end of our financial year (running from Oct-Sept) we’re reflecting on the BENEFITS of being a Harp and Crown Credit Union member!
It’s back to COLLEGE and UNIVERSITY season! Are YOUR FINANCES starting to FEEL THE PINCH?
It’s “wedding season”. Are YOU or a family member getting married this month? Or perhaps you’re planning for a 2024 wedding?
As the Harp and Crown Credit Union celebrates its 25th Anniversary year, we are delighted to announce our support of several local charities.
It’s Junior Savers Week! As we near the end of our financial year (Sept-Oct) we are delighted to confirm we have around 10% more JUNIOR ACCOUNTS opened compared to last year!
Harp and Crown Credit Union members! As part of our 25th Anniversary celebrations we are on the radio for the first time!
In celebration of their 25th Anniversary year, the Harp and Crown Credit Union is delighted to announce several charitable donations. One of which is very close to the heart of the wider police family in Northern Ireland.
Just one of our KEY BENEFITS at the Harp and Crown Credit Union, which differentiates us from banks and other credit unions!
Happy 25th Anniversary Harp and Crown Credit Union!! To celebrate we are running a promotion to benefit YOU and your FAMILY!
IMPORTANT REMINDER FOR MEMBERS: Notice re Nominations for Elections 2023.
On this day 25 years ago (1st October 1998) the Harp and Crown Credit Union commenced business!
It's National Customer Service Week! At the Harp and Crown Credit Union we aim to deliver FIRST CLASS customer service to EACH of our members.
“You helped my daughter get her first car with the family membership. Thank you.” Invest in YOUR FAMILY’s financial future today!
What a night! THANK YOU to each and every one of you who attended and supported the Harp and Crown Credit Union 25th Anniversary Dinner!
“Banks lend you money when you DON’T need it….the credit union lends you money when you DO need it.” David McClurg MBE OBE
THANK YOU to our 25th Anniversary Dinner prize sponsors Ruddell & Co and Constituent! Proceeds from the charity ballot are going to the RUCGC PSNI Benevolent Fund.
Access the latest issue of the Police Gazette online! EXCLUSIVE to our MEMBERS ONLY mailing list subscribers!
The theme for 2023, set by the World Foundation of Mental Health, is “Mental health is a universal human right”.
Before asking for credit, check your credit score! You can do this online via a credit reference agency. Need to improve your credit score?
Are you aged 55 or over and haven't yet written a will? You could be eligible to have your will written free of charge. https://freewillsmonth.org.uk
A HUGE thank you to Alistair McGowan (Harp and Crown Credit Union Director) for being the most excellent compère at our 25th Anniversary Dinner!
Credit Unions are VERY on topic at the moment with the departure of several major banks in Ireland, and credit unions coming to the fore in excellence.
It's hard to believe this was already ONE week ago already! Everyone looking very dapper indeed. Here's our official photos from the evening, do you recognise anyone?
From then to now! Fantastic to see THREE members of our very first Board of Directors (1998) together at the Harp and Crown Credit Union 25th Anniversary Dinner.
Harp and Crown Credit Union is delighted to announce a total of £1,500 was raised for the Royal Ulster Constabulary George Cross – Police Service of Northern Ireland Benevolent Fund, through their 25th Anniversary Charity Dinner raffle.
Welcome back! Not only did we OPEN 52% more Harp and Crown CU accounts this financial year (Oct ‘22 - Sept ‘23) compared to last year…
I’m a Harp and Crown Credit Union member. Who exactly in MY family can also join?
Harp and Crown Credit Union members! We want to THANK YOU for all your feedback regarding our recent RADIO ad campaign.
“A leader can be defined as somebody who creates a vision that inspires people to follow that vision and move forward towards achieving it.”
Need a TOP UP to help before payday or to pay unexpected bills this month??
Autumn/winter season can be a hard time for everyone with heating costs, cost-of-living increases and with Christmas approaching. Here are a few ways you can manage and save on some costs this winter.
Could a loan help you this Christmas? YOU may be eligible** for our loan promotion up to the value of £5,000! NO application form required.
We received “highly commended” in the Best Use Of Social Media Award at the Northern Ireland Social Enterprise Awards last night.
It’s National Stress Awareness Day and we can’t emphasise enough how important it is to reduce stress and look after your mental health and well-being. Our members fulfil various roles within the police community, all with their own stress factors.
Could a loan help you this Christmas? YOU may be eligible** for our loan promotion up to the value of £5,000! NO application form required.
Could a loan help you this Christmas? YOU may be eligible** for our loan promotion up to the value of £5,000! NO application form required.
Need something to do with the kids/grandkids this very wet Mid term break?
Greg was able to TOP UP his existing loan, with funds being transferred on the same day as his application.
ONE WEEK AGO when we collected a “Highly Commended” award for Best Use Of Social Media at the Northern Ireland Social Enterprise Awards!
It's Talk Money Week. Let's talk about some FACTS and YOUR Harp and Crown Credit Union account. Members did you know?
Nigel took advantage of our Christmas Loan Promotion yesterday and is now entered into our £500 prize draw!
Are you planning to purchase your first home? Or perhaps you have children or grandchildren who are first time home buyers? Read our latest blog on the topic here.
THANK YOU to Martin Fisher (Head of Northern Ireland ILCU) and team for your invite and warm welcome to the very first Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU) Conference in Dublin.
With just under 6 weeks until Christmas...Alistair took advantage of our Christmas Loan Promotion yesterday and is now entered into our £500 prize draw!
It’s International Fraud Awareness Week 12th - 18th November...have you ever been the victim of fraud? Here are FIVE ways to avoid fraud impacting on you.
It’s Social Enterprise Day and we want to congratulate all the social enterprises making a HUGE impact SOCIALLY and LOCALLY! Did you know?
Feel like your finances aren't improving any? We've compiled 5 ways to help improve your FINANCIAL HEALTH.
FINA DAY… of our Christmas Loan Promotion! Have you applied for YOUR loan yet? If eligible** you could apply for a loan up to the value of £5,000! NO application form required.
WOW! That’s our Christmas Loan Promotion over for another year! AND what a fantastic promotion and month it has been! We’re not even at the end of November and can report the following increases:
It’s Giving Tuesday and we want to encourage as many of you as possible to “pay it forward” today!
Did you request a CHRISTMAS LOAN PROMOTION quote before our 4pm deadline last Friday?