Downpatrick Credit Union Ltd has launched a new means of attracting people to join them... on the back of buses.

The advertising campaign will run for six weeks and include 12 buses operating in the local area.

The purpose of the advertising is to encourage people to join their credit uion and benefit from the servces it provides.

Philip Blair, PR Officer with the Credit Union told the Down Democrat: "Anyone one lives or works within a 10-mile radius of Downpatrick can join Downpatrick Credit Union Ltd.

"At present, we have over 5,500 members and we provide them with a safe place to keep theri savings and offer cheap and affordable loans".

The credit union is based in the centre of Downpatrick, on Market Street and open 10am until 3:30pm Monday to Thursday, 10am until 8pm on Fridays and 10am until 3pm on Saturdays.

"To open an account with the credit union, you will need photographic identification and proof of address and can start saving with as little as little £5. For more information, please call into the office, phone or visit our website; www.downpatrickcu.com" added Philip.