Santander UK Scrambles to Manage Fallout After Plans to Close 95 Branches Spark Public Outcry
Santander UK Scrambles to Manage Fallout After Plans to Close 95 Branches Spark Public Outcry

Kieran Lockhart, May, 3 2025

Santander UK is boosting financial provisions as it faces criticism for shutting down 95 branches, a move affecting 750 jobs and raising concerns about access to banking. The bank plans new community banker roles and more shared banking hubs to balance digital growth with the need for local services.

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NatWest Announces Closure of 53 UK Bank Branches in 2025 Amid Digital Shift
NatWest Announces Closure of 53 UK Bank Branches in 2025 Amid Digital Shift

Kieran Lockhart, Jan, 25 2025

NatWest plans to close 53 branches across the UK in 2025, reflecting the ongoing digital transformation in the banking sector. These closures follow a broader trend of banks reducing their physical presence as customer preferences shift towards online banking. Despite the decrease in branches, NatWest is investing in alternative solutions like Banking Hubs to support customers affected by branch closures.

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