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<p>The government is committed to supporting credit unions, which contribute to the
diversity of the UK’s financial services sector and provide vital services to financially
under-served communities.</p><p> </p><p>At Autumn Budget 2018, the Chancellor announced
a pilot of a new prize-linked savings scheme offered through credit unions. This will
support the credit union sector through increased membership, awareness and deposits,
as well as encouraging participants to build up savings to help them cope with financial
shocks.</p><p> </p><p>At Autumn Budget 2018 the Chancellor also announced a new £2
million challenge fund to promote innovative solutions from the UK’s Fintech sector
to address challenges faced by social and community lenders, including credit unions.</p><p>
</p><p>In July 2019 the Government made it easier for Registered Social Landlords
to refer tenants to social and community lenders, including credit unions. This should
help encourage Registered Social Landlords to grow and develop existing new partnerships
with credit unions.</p>
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