Two Cork credit unions to merge following AGM vote

Douglas Credit Union and Glanmire & District Credit Union voted in favour of a proposal to amalgamate at Wednesday evening's meeting

Pictured are Michael O'Callaghan, Chairman of Douglas Credit Union and Michael Hourihane, Chairman of Glanmire & District Credit Union with Roy Knight, CEO of Douglas Credit Union.  Photo: Chani Anderson 

Two Cork credit unions have agreed to combine resources in response to a "modern need of consumers."

In its annual general meeting on Wednesday evening, Douglas Credit Union and Glanmire & District Credit Union voted in favour of a proposal to amalgamate, in a move they will offer members "improved services and stronger support in both communities."