Business · 6 June 2026

Bank closures hit 53 a month, apps struggle

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Bank branches are closing fast, leaving many people with fewer ways to manage their money, especially if they struggle with apps. Banks and building societies are shutting down at a rate of 53 every month, and some banking apps have also had outages. One 78-year-old customer now has "one option" left after her local Lloyds branch closed.

By BriefTea Editorial · 6 June 2026 at 17:45

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