Latest News

15 May 2026

Finance with heart: Join Our Lunch & Learn with Gateway Credit Union

Join our Lunch & Learn on 6th July at 1pm! Discover Gateway Credit Union’s ethical loans, smart savings, and member-owned banking in South East Wales.

11 May 2026

Breaking the Cycle: Why Your Bank Balance and Mental Health are Connected

It's Mental Health Awareness Week. Break the cycle of money stress and debt with our guide to financial wellbeing.

11 May 2026

Loan Sharks Play Games with People’s Lives—It’s Time to Make it Game Over

Stop loan sharks in England and Wales. The IMLT and WIMLU provide 24/7 confidential support to help you escape illegal lenders. No judgment, just help. Take back control and make it game over.

11 May 2026

From Friction to Finance: How to Build Financial Harmony as a Couple

Stop fighting about finances! Build a stronger relationship with Gateway Credit Union’s guide to financial harmony. Discover the "4-Account Rule," learn how to budget as a team, and improve communication to turn money stress into shared success.

27 Apr 2026

Mum’s Guide to Stress-Free Budgeting: Simple Steps for a Happier Home

Struggling to balance family fun with the household budget? Being a busy mum is hard enough without complex spreadsheets. Gateway Credit Union shares 5 simple steps to help you master your finances, cut hidden costs, and save for the summer holidays.

15 Apr 2026

Celebrating Our Community: Announcing our Spotlight Project

Gateway Credit Union is celebrating the heartbeat of Southeast Wales with our new Community Spotlight Video Project! We’re highlighting the local charities, businesses, and clubs that make our region thrive.

14 Apr 2026

A New Chapter: ABCUL Rebrands to All Together Money

Gateway Credit Union is proud to support the All Together Money movement (formerly ABCUL). This rebrand unites credit unions across Great Britain with a clearer voice for ethical, community finance.

13 Apr 2026

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01 Apr 2026

Introducing the Express Payroll Loan

Our Express Payroll Loan is designed specifically to give our payroll members flexible borrowing options when they need them most.

20 Mar 2026

Big News for Credit Unions: Why the New UK Reforms Matter to You

Gateway Credit Union welcomes the March 2026 UK reforms. New rules expand access for 10M+ members, including students and families, boosting financial inclusion across Wales.

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Payment Methods

  • Online Banking 

If you already use online banking with your main bank, you can set up a regular standing order and/or one-off payment to:

Account Name: Gateway Credit Union

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referenceYour GCU Member Number, Surname, Forename
Reference Example: 1234 Smith A

Please take care and check that your reference details are correct to prevent any delay in us allocating the        funds to your GCU account.

  • Payroll Savings

Check to see if you work for a GCU Payroll Partner Employer here.   

Important Information Regarding How we Process Your Payments

  • Any Loan Repayments and Attached Savings due to Gateway Credit Union will always be deducted first from any amounts received.
  • Any remaining amounts, including full amounts for members with a nil loan balance, will be safely deposited into your GCU Shares unless stated otherwise.
  • To deposit amounts across multiple savings accounts (e.g. Shares, Christmas Savings, Special Events etc.) please let us know.
  • In accordance with our Anti-Money Laundering and Fraud Prevention Policies, large, suspicious and/or unexpected payments received by GCU may be subject to 2 weeks clearance before they can be withdrawn.
  • Other Saving Methods

If you don’t use online banking and your employer isn’t a payroll partner of ours yet, you can have one or more of your benefits paid directly into your GCU account.

We also accept cash and cheques made payable to you.

  • Please call : 01495 832111
  • e-mail: info@gatewaycu.co.uk
  • or visit us:21 Commercial Street, Pontypool, Torfaen, NP4 6JQ