
Bank of Scotland to Close 15 More Branches Amid Digital Shift
The Bank of Scotland has announced the closure of 15 additional branches as part of a broader strategy to reduce its physical presence across the UK. This decision is part of a larger plan by Lloyds Banking Group, which will see a total of 60 branches from Lloyds Bank, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland shuttered between October 2024 and June 2025. The closures are attributed to a significant decline in branch usage, with more customers opting for online and mobile banking services. Despite the closures, the bank assures that alternative banking options will be available to affected customers. Impact on…