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Lewisham Plus Credit Union
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LPCU is a financial cooperative owned and run by its members. We provide ethical savings and loans to those living in the boroughs of Lewisham and Bromley.
Coffee? Groceries? New trainers?👟☕️

Whatever you're buying, make sure you're getting rewarded for it. Our Suits Me accounts come with cashback perks and exclusive discounts. It’s a simple switch that puts money back in your pocket🤑

Get the card that pays you back:
pluscu.co.uk/suitsmecard
January 26, 2026 at 12:00 PM
Are you missing out on £150 towards your energy bills?⚡

It’s #EnergySaversWeek & while switching off lights helps, getting the financial support you are entitled to helps even more.

Check the full list of available grants and support here👇
Help with your energy bills
Get help with your energy bills through the Warm Home Discount, home energy improvement schemes and the Energy Bills Discount Scheme for businesses.
www.gov.uk
January 23, 2026 at 12:01 PM
Clear the clutter from your finances this January🧹

If you have expensive debts between £2k–£10k, consolidate them into one fixed monthly payment with us.

We handle the paperwork and pay your creditors directly, so you can focus on becoming debt-free in 2026✅

pluscu.co.uk/consolidatio...
January 22, 2026 at 12:01 PM
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Children's Mental Health Week is just a few weeks away (9th-15th February) and we've rounded up a selection of brilliant books to explore the theme 'This is My Place' story-project.co.uk/blog/7-power...
7 Powerful Books to Read During Children's Mental Health Week that Support a Sense of Belonging - The Story Project
Curriculum aligned, teacher-picked stories that support empathy building and a sense of belonging in your class
story-project.co.uk
January 21, 2026 at 7:41 AM
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Geology for the win!

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January 21, 2026 at 8:42 AM
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There's a new bus service for you to ride from Saturday - and it's free for the first week
SL11: New Superloop Bus Launches On Saturday - And It's Free For A Week
Express service between Abbey Wood and North Greenwich.
londonist.com
January 21, 2026 at 7:57 AM
Money on your mind this Blue Monday? 💙

January can be a tough month. Between the cold weather & the post-Christmas costs, it's normal to feel the strain.

Lewisham Council has a list of free, confidential services, from Talking Therapies to Crisis Support👉

lewisham.gov.uk/myservices/s...
January 19, 2026 at 12:02 PM
How to budget like a pro this year 📊

1: Use a free budget planner (linked below👇). It does most of the work for you!

2: Add your income & outgoings. Be honest, include everything☕

3: See what’s left and decide a realistic amount to set aside for savings

pluscu.co.uk/budget-planner
January 16, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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Your liver isn't the only thing getting a break this month

Curious how much cash you could free up during #DryJanuary?

We found this handy calculator that does the maths for you. Just put in your usual weekly drinks, and it tells you exactly what you're saving👇

www.creditfix.co.uk/dry-january-...
January 8, 2026 at 1:01 PM
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🌤️  Good morning London. Today’s headlines: South London train track fire, tourist tax could raise £350m a year, cash-first food bank hands out money, Blackfriars embankment finally open + local market secrets

⏰ London’s ad-free local news: londonminute.substack.com/p/london-min...

#london
January 14, 2026 at 7:48 AM
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Happier January - Day 14: Eat healthy food which really nourishes you today actionforhappiness.org/happier-janu... #HappierJanuary
January 14, 2026 at 7:00 AM
Commuting in 2026? Here’s what’s changing🚆🚗

Significant TfL updates affecting Lewisham & Bromley locals:

👉 Cutty Sark DLR: Closed until Spring

👉 Congestion Charge: Now £18/day (up from £15)

👉 Piccadilly/Northern Lines: Planned closures & upgrades

See more:
London transport: What changes are being made in 2026
Here are details of significant planned changes across Transport for London's network that could affect passengers and drivers in the new year.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 13, 2026 at 1:00 PM
The Christmas math isn't mathing right now?💸

Who else is opening their banking app with one eye closed this week? 🫣
January 9, 2026 at 1:02 PM
Ins:

✅ Joining your local credit union
Our ins and outs for 2026 - what would you add?

#ThePeoplesChampion
January 7, 2026 at 9:04 AM
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Our ins and outs for 2026 - what would you add?

#ThePeoplesChampion
January 6, 2026 at 3:53 PM
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Need a warm place to go this winter?☕🧣

Lewisham Warm Welcomes are open!

Local libraries and community centres are offering free drop-in spaces with hot drinks, community & warmth.

📍Find a space near you:
Lewisham Warm Welcomes - Lewisham Local
About the Warm Welcomes To support individuals affected by increased living costs in winter, Lewisham Local is coordinating a network of local organisations that have set up as Warm Welcomes. The…
www.lewishamlocal.com
December 12, 2025 at 1:01 PM
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January is the perfect time for a reset. 💡

If Christmas spending has knocked your budget off course, our free budget calculator can help you take back control and plan ahead with confidence. Start the year knowing where your money’s going. 💸

🔗 https://bit.ly/45E8lkt
January 7, 2026 at 8:49 AM
"Drinkers who gave up booze for Dry January saved on average £118, according to Alcohol Change UK."

Save money & protect your health with Dry January🚫💷

It’s the ultimate win-win for the New Year: your body feels better & your bank balance recovers from Christmas.
Dry January: 'I saved £200 by giving up alcohol'
Jasmine Hoole was one of the millions who gave up drinking for a month.
www.bbc.co.uk
January 6, 2026 at 1:01 PM
Make saving money your most exciting resolution for 2026✨💸

With our PrizeSaver Account, every £1 you save gives you an automatic entry into our monthly prize draw. Start your 2026 with a chance to win. Open your account today:

www.pluscu.co.uk/prizesaver-a...
January 5, 2026 at 1:02 PM
New Years resolution = new financial goals?🚀

Sticking to money resolutions can be tough, but it’s easier with a plan. Check out these top tips for financial success in 2026⤵️
4 tips to make your New Year's financial resolutions a success
Self-discipline alone may not do the trick
theweek.com
January 2, 2026 at 2:01 PM
Wishing all our members and the local community in Lewisham and Bromley a fantastic New Year!🥳

Thank you for choosing to save and borrow locally. We look forward to supporting you in 2026💙
December 31, 2025 at 2:01 PM
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Celebrate New Year’s Day the London way at the London Parade 🎉

📍Starting at Piccadilly from 1pm
📍Ending at Whitehall at 4.30pm

londonparade.com/parade-locat...
December 30, 2025 at 8:39 PM
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About to tackle the post-Christmas clean up? Try these inventive and free DIY cleaning tips! 🧹

Christmas Day might have been and gone, but the festive mess has a habit of hanging around

https://bit.ly/4jju9aN

#Christmas #Cleaning #2026Reset
About to tackle the post-Christmas clean up? Try these inventive and free DIY cleaning tips!
Simple, eco-friendly DIY cleaning and organising ideas!
bit.ly
December 31, 2025 at 9:07 AM
Love seeing so much happening right on our doorstep this Christmas!🌟

From the "Catford Cat" panto to winter markets in Greenwich and Bromley, there’s no need to travel far for festive vibes.

See what’s on locally👇
Five things to do in south east London this Christmas
Christmas is fast approaching and there’s plenty to get up to in south east London this festive season.
www.newsshopper.co.uk
December 18, 2025 at 4:02 PM
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#AlphabetChallenge
#WeekYforYearPast
A year in the life of my favourite tree in Catford’s Mountsfield Park #ThickTrunkTuesday
December 16, 2025 at 12:21 PM