Lettekenny Credit Union announces the appointment of Bernard Doherty to its lending team


Letterkenny Credit Union (LKCU) is thrilled to announce the addition of Bernard Doherty to its lending team. Bernard will have primary responsibility of developing the Home Loan Mortgage Lending service. He is well known and respected for over 30-years in the financial services industry in Letterkenny and brings a wealth of experience and passion for […]


Letterkenny Credit Union hosts historic visit of senior officials


A little bit of history was made last Thursday evening when Letterkenny Credit Union hosted a special visit by the country’s two most senior officials in the Irish League of Credit Unions (ILCU). CEO, Mr David Malone, and newly elected President, Mr Martin Busch met with the Board of Directors/Board Oversight Committee members, Senior Management […]


Letterkenny Credit Union gave almost 3,000 loans


LETTERKENNY Credit Union loan book passed the €30 million landmark for the first time last year. Letterkenny Credit Union also generated the highest ever loan income of €2.16 million in 2021. The credit union has provided 2,965 loans to the local community with a value of €15.3 million over the past year. The Income and […]


No love lost as door-to-door money lender leaves stage


THE head of Letterkenny’s Credit Union says there was “not a lot of grá” for Provident Financial because of its “extortionate” interest rates. Gordon Randles was speaking after the door-to-door money lender announced it was shutting its operations in Ireland. In a statement the company blamed the strain of the coronavirus pandemic for its decision to […]


Have your Letterkenny Credit Union Christmas ReUnion


Letterkenny Credit Union is inviting each and every one of its members to have their ‘Credit Re-Union’ in time for Christmas 2018. Members can drop in to the office for their ‘Credit ReUnion’ in person, or can call up one of the friendly members of staff, and ask about budgeting tips, prudent spending and sensible […]


Out with the old and in with the new at Letterkenny CU


Are you interested in putting in a new kitchen, conservatory or bathroom? Maybe you are planning upgrades to make your home warmer or more energy efficient? We at LKCU know that any renovation to your home can be stressful. So let us help take away that stress.If you are converting the unused space in your […]


LK Credit Union can help with third level education


With third-level education costs continuing to spiral in Ireland, the financial pressure of putting a child through college has taken its toll on household budgets. A 2017 Irish League of Credit Unions Survey revealed that money issues were the biggest concern for one third of parents of college-going children. Eight in ten parents surveyed said […]


LK Credit Union – the best option for your car loan


The open road – Letterkenny Credit Union can get you on the road There has been an increase in the number of people changing their cars more frequently and it is estimated this trend will continue throughout 2018. With more people considering a new car Letterkenny Credit Union is asking customers to consider what is […]


Let your Letterkenny Credit Union savings work for you


Adults in Ireland have become disciplined with building up a rainy day fund, perhaps thanks to our recent economic upheaval. Letterkenny Credit Union says that members are continuing to put away a little money each month and are exercising restraint when it comes to withdrawing the funds. Building up a nest egg, and leaving it […]


Home Improvement without the Financial Headache


Spring is in the air, and that means that home improvements are on the minds of many. DIY and renovations have seen an increase in popularity in recent years. New figures released on the Home Renovation Incentive show that since the scheme launched in 2013, more than 107,000 homeowners have carried out renovations. A total […]