Nationwide Building Society is issuing an urgent call to its members, urging them to check for uncashed cheques worth £50 before a fast-approaching deadline renders them worthless.
The Race Against Time for Your £50
This payment drive is part of the society's Big Thank You initiative, a scheme launched to mark Nationwide's significant takeover of Virgin Money. While over 12 million customers received the free cash earlier this year, a portion of payments were sent via physical cheque. These specific customers now face a critical cut-off point.
The building society has confirmed that all cheques must be deposited by January 1, 2026. After this date, the cheques will expire and the opportunity to claim the £50 will be lost.
How to Secure Your Payment
For the majority of customers, the process was seamless, with the £50 bonus being paid directly into their bank accounts. However, for those who were sent a cheque, proactive action is required.
Nationwide is advising people to search through drawers and piles of post for any forgotten cheques. With only a few weeks remaining until the deadline, the society is keen to ensure no one misses out on this windfall.
What Happens If You Miss the Deadline?
For customers who discover a cheque after the January 1st deadline has passed, the situation becomes less certain. A spokesperson for Nationwide stated that while the organisation will strive to be supportive, assistance cannot be guaranteed.
"Any enquiries from customers who have been unable to deposit their cheque by January 1, 2026, will be considered on a case-by-case basis," the spokesperson said. This underscores the importance of acting promptly to secure the payment without relying on potential exceptions.
This initiative serves as a final reminder for Nationwide members to claim what is rightfully theirs, ensuring they benefit from the society's gesture of appreciation.
