Lloyds Group Shutters 53 More Bank Branches
Major banking group announces fresh wave of branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales as customers shift to digital banking, leaving communities concerned about access to cash.
Major banking group announces fresh wave of branch closures across England, Scotland and Wales as customers shift to digital banking, leaving communities concerned about access to cash.
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Major banks including Barclays, HSBC, Lloyds, and NatWest have announced a sweeping wave of 162 branch closures across the UK in 2024, accelerating the decline of the British high street. Discover if your local branch is on the list.
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