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BSA responds to three MREL consultations
A new legal aid scheme to support borrowers at risk of repossession (member only content).
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The mutual difference

Building societies and credit unions are customer-owned mutual organisations. Their culture is focused on their members and communities and this influences their day to day decisions.

Mortgage & housing statistics

A wide range of statistics relating to the UK mortgage and housing markets.

Research Reports

Research, analysis and guidance about our members and the issues that affect them.

Savings statistics

Retail savings data including net receipts and deposits, ISAs and interest rates.

Sector Information & Performance

Operational and financial information about building societies. Includes AGM & financial results and remuneration details.

Statistical calendar

Submission and publication deadlines for BSA data and reports.

Read the December Market Update Report
Budget sees taxes rise for many households but does little to stimulate growth
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Society Matters

The BSA's quarterly magazine covers whats happening in the world of building societies, credit unions and the wider financial services sector.

BSA Property Tracker

A quarterly survey that assesses consumer sentiment regarding the UK property market.

BSA Spokespeople

View biographies and download photos of the BSA's key spokespeople

BSA speeches

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Podcast appearances

BSA experts often appear as guests on industry podcasts.

New report highlights growing strength and value of UK mutuals
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View the latest webinars, training and other events open to members, associates and other stakeholders

BSA Annual Conference

View our latest BSA Annual Conference and comment here.

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Promoting your event via the BSA

Learn how to promote your event to the BSA's membership.

Featured event
Building Societies Annual Conference (28 & 29 April 2026)
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Consumer Guidance

Find factsheets on mortgages, savings and the building society sector.

Track Lost Savings & Old Building Societies

Track building societies that no longer exists and get a link to its successor's website.

Mortgage Instructions

Find mortgage instructions and specific requirements setting out individual building society policies.

UK Savings Week

The UK Savings Week campaign aims to get people engaged in saving.

Workplace Savings Toolkits

Toolkits to develop Workplace Savings are available here.

Latest Help & Resource Update
Here you can find our publications, responses to consultation documents, mortgage instructions, statistics and sector job vacancies.
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Our Associate members include a wide range of companies from insurers, banks, accountants, solicitors, and other business suppliers to BSA members.

National Credit Union Forum

The National Credit Union Forum (NCUF) is the Credit Union Committee of the BSA.

Financial Services with Purpose

Find out how building societies have purpose beyond profit

Job vacancies

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Find out the wide range of benefits of joining the BSA as an associate member.

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Details of the BSA pension scheme

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Congratulations Christopher Lawrenson MBE

The BSA is delighted to share that Chris Lawrenson, Head of Legal Services at the BSA has been recognised for his many dedicated years of service to our sector.

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The BSA Team

The BSA is delighted to share that Chris Lawrenson, Head of Legal Services at the BSA has been recognised for his many dedicated years of service to our sector.

Chris has been awarded MBE for services to sustainability and accountability in the mutual and building society sectors.

The accolade is so well deserved, and yesterday Chris received his MBE at Buckingham Palace from none other than Her Majesty the Queen herself.

A huge congratulations from all of your colleagues at the BSA!

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Prudential Regulation

Getting the balance right: Calibrating capital to support growth, stability and homeownership

The BSA is calling on the FPC to consider how the different capital components interact in practice, and to ensure that tools such as the leverage rat...

Last updated:07 Apr 2026

Press Release
Mortgages & Housing

Bank Rate held but mortgage market remains open for business 

BSA comments on the MPC's decision to hold the Bank Rate at 3.75%

Last updated:19 Mar 2026

Press Release
Savings

Credit union changes will help more people to access affordable loans and savings

These reforms will help more people access affordable credit, build savings and reduce reliance on high-cost lenders, while supporting sustainable gro...

Last updated:18 Mar 2026

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BSA response to FCA Review into the long-term impact of AI on retail financial services (The Mills Review)

BSA response to the FCA's Mills Review into the long-term impact of AI on retail financial services. The BSA polled members on the four themes set...

Last updated:27 Feb 2026

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Prudential Regulation

KPMG Hosted Basel 3.1 Breakfast Event

A free event hosted by BSA Associate KPMG This session is designed specifically for smaller to medium sized market participants who are navigating ...

Last updated:11 Mar 2026