Lloyds Bank Closing 40 Branches Across UK in 2026
Lloyds Bank announces the closure of 40 branches nationwide in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Find out if your local branch is on the list and what alternative services are available.
Lloyds Bank announces the closure of 40 branches nationwide in 2026, citing a shift to digital banking. Find out if your local branch is on the list and what alternative services are available.
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Santander UK is offering a £200 switching bonus to help with stretched household budgets. Find out the eligibility criteria and how to claim before the offer ends.
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Lloyds Bank customers in 15 towns and cities face branch closures. See the full list of affected locations and learn about alternative banking options available to you.
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Santander is offering £200 to customers who switch their current account. To qualify, you must deposit £1,500 and complete the switch within 60 days. Learn the key details and eligibility criteria here.
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The UK's bank holiday calendar is set for adjustments in 2026 and 2027, with Boxing Day moved and substitute days created. Plan your long weekends now.
Santander, First Direct, Nationwide and Co-op Bank are offering up to £650 in free cash and cashback to customers who switch. Learn how to claim the switching bonuses.
Santander UK urges customers to move accounts for a £200 bonus. Act fast—the offer is limited and requires switching via CASS, depositing £1,500, and setting up two Direct Debits.
Time is running out to claim a free £200 from Lloyds Bank. The popular switching deal ends on Wednesday, December 17th. Find out how to qualify.
HMRC warns a Christmas work bonus could push you into a higher tax bracket. A £10,000 bonus risks 40% tax. Experts recommend 'bonus sacrifice' into your pension.
HMRC issues a warning to UK employees receiving Christmas bonuses. Experts explain how tax bands can slash your take-home pay and offer smart strategies, like pension sacrifice, to protect your money.
The DWP's annual £10 Christmas Bonus is now landing in bank accounts. Find out if you qualify, the full list of eligible benefits, and what to do if you don't get paid.
Lloyds Bank is offering a £200 cash bonus for new customers who switch their current account. Learn the four-step process and the crucial deadline to apply by.
Lloyds Bank, with over 28 million customers, has closed 17 branches this November. See the full list of affected locations and the wider trend of UK bank branch closures.
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Nationwide pledges to keep 696 branches open until at least 2030, bucking the trend of widespread UK bank closures. Discover how this impacts customers and communities.
Time is running out to claim a free £200 from Lloyds Bank by switching your account. The offer ends on December 17. Find out how to secure the cash.
Nationwide Building Society could pay £100 'Fairer Share' bonuses again in 2026. Learn the criteria for current accounts, savings, or mortgages to get the cash.
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