The Credit Union Pod
The Credit Union Pod is a podcast series aimed at all those with an interest in the development of credit unions across the island of Ireland. Credit Unions have a critical role to play in bringing real competition to the retail financial services sector.
This series, published by the Irish League of Credit Unions, will highlight the important role which credit unions play in serving more than three million members across the island. It will also outline the challenges and opportunities faced by credit unions in expanding their services in the areas of current accounts, mortgages, SME lending, community finance, agri and green lending and so much more.
The Credit Union Pod
Community Lending in the Credit Union
In this episode, we were delighted to get the opportunity to discuss the important topic of community lending with Patrick Lawlor, Head of Professional Advisory Services at the ILCU, Donal Traynor, CEO of Community Finance Ireland, and David McCauley, CEO of Donore Credit Union.
We discuss the opportunities available to credit unions in this space that is aligned with our values combined with the sustainability of the credit union at the heart of communities. We also discuss the recently launched collaboration between the Irish League of Credit Unions and Community Finance Ireland.