Beacon Savings & Loans Recognised as Social Enterprise of the Year

08/07/2026

Beacon Savings & Loans has been recognised for its outstanding commitment to financial inclusion after being named Social Enterprise of the Year 2026 at the Halton Chamber of Commerce Business Awards.

The award celebrates organisations that deliver meaningful social impact while supporting the communities they serve. For Beacon Savings & Loans, the recognition reflects its continued commitment to providing ethical, affordable financial services and helping members build long-term financial wellbeing.

The credit union has worked to make finance fairer and more accessible by offering responsible lending, encouraging regular saving and providing a trusted alternative to high-cost credit for people across its community.

Commenting on the award, Chief Executive Gareth Heesom said: “This recognition is a tremendous honour for everyone at Beacon Savings & Loans. Our team is passionate about helping people access fair and affordable financial services, and this award reflects the dedication they show every day.

“While it’s wonderful to be recognised by the Halton Chamber of Commerce, this achievement really belongs to our members and the communities we serve. Their trust inspires everything we do, and we’re proud to continue supporting local people to build stronger financial futures.”

The award comes at a time when credit unions continue to play an increasingly important role in supporting households with affordable finance and promoting financial resilience across the country.

Everyone at All Together Money congratulates Beacon Savings & Loans on this fantastic achievement and wishes Gareth and the team continued success as they build on this well-deserved recognition.