THE globe

SHIREBROOK, U.K.–Authorities here are using funds seized from illegal “loan shark” lenders here to sponsor new credit union accounts.

PLANO, Texas–A delegation of U.S. credit union executives has returned from a trip to Moldova, where they were working go bolster CUs in the country.

VANCOUVER, B.C.–“Dozens” of workers at credit unions in Canada complained that they feel the same pressures as bank employees to meet high sales targets, and further suggested those sales are often to the detriment of members.

FERMOY, County Cork, Ireland–Investigations are underway at two Irish credit unions here over alleged embezzlements.

BRUSSELS, Belgium — The European Parliament Credit Union Interest Group met here to discuss how European Union policy can support increased access to credit union services in Europe. The Interest Group, a caucus for Members of the European Parliament who support credit unions, held the meeting at the European Parliament's Espace Léopold in Brussels.

THUNDER BAY, Ont.– For the third straight year Copperfin Credit Union is paying a bonus dividend to its members, in this case almost $400,000.

GALWAY, Ireland–A group of CUs here known as the “Chapter 16 Credit Unions” have entered into a sponsorship with the popular Galway Bay FM Road Caster, which broadcasts live from around the country.

SYDNEY, Australia–Australian credit unions have launched a new charitable foundation to provide assistance to struggling communities in Australia and Asia.

NEW DELHI, India—Concerned over the adverse impact of virtual currencies such as Bitcoin on the consumer, the government of India has established a committee to consider ways of regulating the fast-growing segment to curb money laundering.

SHEFFIELD, U.K.–Sheffield Credit Union has created a video that tells the stories of members who benefited from its services.