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Congratulations to our colleagues at Hoot credit union, Bolton Money Skills and Bolton Council’s Local Welfare Provision. They've won 'best partnership' at this year's annual Institute of Money Advisers Awards, for their joint antipoverty initiatives to help Bolton's financially excluded community.

The accolade recognises a strong programme of money advice, financial education and affordable credit facilities. Together, our partners have helped many people get back on their feet after a financial crisis and supported them to be able to manage their own finances.

Steve Bottrill, Chair of Hoot, said “We are proud of this recognition for our partnership work and our contribution to Bolton’s antipoverty initiatives. We work closely with partners on a number of projects aimed at delivering our ethical values in the community. Having also just achieved the Fairbanking Mark for our loans, the credit union is gaining more and more recognition as the responsible alternative for savings and loans in the community.”

Pictured are representatives of Hoot credit union and Bolton Money Skills receiving the award at a ceremony as part of the Institute of Money Advice Conference.

If you're a Bolton at Home tenant, click here for details on our Money Advice Team and help to maximise your income and manage any debts.

For more information on money management guidance provided by Bolton's Money Skills Service, click here.

For information on accessible savings and affordable loans with Hoot, click here.

If you're a resident facing serious financial difficulty, click here for more information on the council's Local Welfare Provision.