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Bank Branch Closures Under Scrutiny | Leeds News
UK banks like Lloyds, NatWest, and Halifax are closing hundreds of branches between July and September 2026, sparking nationwide concern over access to cash, local jobs, and community hubs—especially in rural areas. The Treasury has launched an independent review to assess whether current criteria for essential banking services truly serve smaller towns, and whether new laws are needed to protect in-person banking. LINK, which manages cash machines, already considers local needs like population, shop density, and travel distance when deciding closures. The review will conclude in October…
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