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General · 18 August 2026

Lloyds, Halifax, Bank of Scotland apps are down today

Lloyds, Halifax, Bank of Scotland apps are down today

Thousands of customers are unable to access their banking apps and online services today, affecting Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland. The technical outage means people cannot transfer money, view statements, or pay for goods. All three banks operate under the same group, causing widespread disruption.

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