Building societies and credit unions have taken the campaign into their branches, communities, workplaces and digital channels, translating national messages into practical action for their own members and customers.  

Join us for a unique Women in Finance event bringing together leaders and future leaders from across the customer-owned sector.   Hosted jointly by the Building Societies Association, Nationwide Building Society, Yorkshire Building Society and the Association of Financial Mutuals, this event will showcase how mutual and customer-owned organisations are championing women, strengthening local communities and supporting economic growth across every region of the UK. Taking place in Leeds on Thursday 26 November 2026, the event will bring together senior leaders from across financial services to explore the role of the customer-owned sector in creating opportunities for women at every stage of their careers. The event will focus on a number of areas: Championing Women in Leadership within customer-owned businesses Strengthening community growth through customer owned initiatives Launching a customer-owned Women in Finance network A key focus of the day will be the development of the next generation of female leaders. Alongside insights from some of the most influential voices in financial services and public policy, attendees will have the opportunity to build networks, share experiences and contribute to the conversation about the future of leadership within the sector. This event provides a valuable opportunity to celebrate the achievements of women across the mutual sector while exploring how we can collectively create a more inclusive, resilient and prosperous future. Who should attend? This event is designed for senior leaders, aspiring leaders, diversity and inclusion champions, HR professionals, and colleagues from building societies, credit unions, mutual insurers and other customer-owned organisations. Speakers include: Sarah Harrison CB MBE, Chief Executive, Building Societies Association The Rt Hon Lucy Rigby KC MP, Economic Secretary to the Treasury Dame Debbie Crosbie DBE, Chief Executive, Nationwide Building Society Susan Allen OBE, Chief Executive, Yorkshire Building Society Julie Whitehead, General Counsel, Royal London Ciara Davies, Chief Executive, The Money Co-op Annette Petchey, Chief Executive, Police Friendly & Metfriendly Caroline Domanski, Chief Executive, No1 CopperPot Credit Union Debbie Shearer, Head of First Line Risk, Cumberland Building Society Additional speakers to be announced Further information: Timings: 11:00 -15:00 (registration from 10:30) Location: Cloth Hall Court, Leeds Cost: Free to attend - by invitation only Register: Please register your interest if you'd like to attend (Registration closes at 17:00 on Friday, 20 November 2026 - places are limited) In partnership with:               

A joint update from the Association of Financial Mutuals and the Building Societies Association

A free webinar hosted by BSA Associate, Deloitte Join us for a practical introduction to the upcoming development of Risk Mitigation Accounting and what it means for building societies.  The webinar will cover: Introduction to RMA and Key updates from the Exposure draft : An overview of the RMA framework and the proposed changes set out in the Exposure Draft released in December 2025. Market and Regulatory Perspectives: Key feedback, challenges, and critical points received from market participants and regulators. Implications for Building Societies: A discussion of how RMA may affect building societies, including potential impacts on hedge accounting, financial reporting, risk management and implementation readiness. Practical considerations and next steps: Key actions that building societies may wish to consider as they assess the potential impact of the proposed framework. We’ll explore key changes, implementation challenges, and the governance, data, and modelling capabilities needed to prepare with confidence.

New research by the Building Societies Association for UK Savings Week reveals the financial pressure facing young working adults and suggests that relatively small, manageable changes could help them build greater financial resilience. 

A free to attend event in London hosted by BSA Associate, Intellect   Join C-suite, IT, and transformation leaders from across UK building societies and mutuals for an executive breakfast roundtable at The Shard. As building societies balance margin pressure and strict regulatory mandates (such as DORA and PRA operational resilience), the key challenge is moving AI out of isolated sandbox pilots into core, enterprise delivery. This interactive session explores how leading mutuals are overcoming software estate complexity, eliminating delivery rework, and modernizing legacy environments without compounding technical debt. Why Attend? Independent Market Intelligence: Guest analyst insights on UK tech priorities, cost discipline, and operational resilience. Executive Peer Exchange: Candid, Chatham House-rule discussion on system dependency mapping and AI execution friction. Practical Architecture Showcase: Live masterclass on bridging connected enterprise knowledge with scalable, governed AI delivery. Register Now & View Full Agenda Intellect Driven by Purpose. Delivered Through Innovation. A global enterprise fintech leader helping financial institutions simplify complexity, modernise faster and create meaningful customer value.