Lloyds and NatWest Announce 72 UK Bank Closures in 2026, Including City Branch

Lloyds Bank and NatWest are set to close a combined total of 72 UK branches by 2026. This decision reflects changing customer banking habits and a shift towards digital services.

Details of the Closure Plans

Lloyds Bank will shut down 23 branches, with 17 scheduled for closure in January 2026 alone. NatWest plans to close 32 branches during the same period.

Reasons for Bank Closures

• Increased use of digital banking by customers.
• Over 21 million customers now prefer managing their finances via mobile apps.
• Branch services will be supplemented by Post Office partnerships and various banking hubs.

A spokesperson from Lloyds stated that they aim to balance traditional banking with modern, convenient digital options. They emphasized that customers can still access banking services through various channels, including over 30,000 PayPoint locations.

NatWest also highlighted the need to adapt to customer preferences, noting an impending increase in investment in their branch network over the next three years. They aim to maintain a presence that meets customer demands through mobile branches and Community Banking Hubs.

Branch Closure Schedule

Lloyds Bank Closures

NatWest Bank Closures

• Aldershot
• Barnet
• Boston
• Brentwood
• Godalming
• Grays
• Harlow
• Hartlepool
• Hemel Hempstead
• Herne Bay
• Hornchurch
• Hove
• London – Fulham Broadway
• London – Spitalfields
• London – Sydenham
• Manchester – Cheetham Hill
• Manchester – Chorlton
• Pontefract
• Sheffield – Attercliffe
• South Shields

As both banks move forward with closures, customers are encouraged to adapt to their evolving banking options while still maintaining access to key services. For ongoing updates on banking changes and service options, visit Filmogaz.com.