Co-op launches current account offer for UNISON members

The Co-operative Bank and Britannia has launched a new current account offer for members of the public service trade union, UNISON. The current account is based on the bank's popular Current Account Plus and will be available for the union's 1.4 million members. Until 31 July 2011, members who switch to the account will receive a benefit of £100 cash back and The Co-operative Bank will make a £50 charity donation to UNISON Welfare in return for a minimum monthly deposit of £800.

The current account launch coincides with the 50th anniversary of Britannia's partnership with UNISON, which has produced an exclusive range of financial products for the union's members.

Colin Welby, Head of Partnerships at The Co-operative Bank, said: "This is an important milestone in our partnership with UNISON, and we're pleased to now offer an expanded range of financial products which directly benefit members and support their cause.

"The new current account will complement our range of UNISON savings accounts and mortgages, and will allow us to significantly boost our ongoing financial contribution to the union, while broadening our customer base."

Members will also benefit from a £200 fee-free overdraft and secure online banking.

The Co-operative Bank and Britannia already offers savings accounts, Cash ISAs and mortgages for UNISON members available through Britannia, and has given more than £1.3 million to UNISON Welfare from products linked to the union since their partnership began.

UNISON members can apply for the Current Account Plus by visiting britannia.co.uk/unison.