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 and Yorkshire Building Society, 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 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: Email the BSA events team if you'd like to attend events@bsa.org.uk (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.

Designed specifically for Chairs and Non-Executive Directors of building societies and credit unions, the BSA’s Annual Boards Seminar provides an opportunity to consider the strategic issues shaping the sector. Bringing together board members from across the UK, the event will explore the economic, political, technological, and regulatory environment in which mutual organisations are operating. It will consider how boards can set ambition, provide effective challenge, and help their organisations translate the sector’s distinctive purpose into meaningful outcomes for members and customers. The seminar will combine expert insight, practical board-level discussion and opportunities to exchange experiences with peers. It will also provide an update on the BSA’s strategic work and the collective priorities that will help building societies and credit unions demonstrate their relevance, distinctiveness, and value. Key topics The programme will cover: The market outlook, including emerging developments and their implications for the sector. The political landscape, including the Government’s priorities, its interest in mutuals and the opportunities for future growth. Cyber governance and resilience, examining the board’s role in establishing effective oversight, challenging organisational frameworks and building confidence in executive preparedness. Delivering the BSA strategy, with an update on work relating to capital opportunities, regulation, collaboration and strengthening the profile and appeal of the sector. Capital and board oversight, including how Chairs and boards can develop their understanding of capital options and provide appropriate scrutiny. Board development, considering how boards can continue to strengthen their collective effectiveness. Customer and member engagement, exploring how organisations can deepen relationships, build trust and use meaningful engagement to reinforce the distinctiveness of the mutual business model. Who should attend? This event is intended for: Chairs of building societies and credit unions Non-Executive Directors Board and committee members with responsibility for strategy, risk, cyber resilience, capital or member engagement Why attend? Attendees will have the opportunity to: Gain insight into the external forces influencing the sector Consider the board’s role in setting ambition and strategic direction Explore approaches to effective oversight and constructive challenge Hear practical perspectives on cyber resilience, capital and member engagement Contribute to discussion about the BSA’s strategic priorities Share experiences and build connections with board-level peers from across the UK Further details, including the timed agenda and speaker information, will be added shortly. About the programme The event will include a mixture of plenary discussions, focused sessions and networking opportunities. A dedicated parallel session for Chairs is also planned as part of the programme. (Registration closes at 17:00 on Friday, 30 October 2026) Cancellation policy