Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland axe key service for 28 million customers
Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland have stopped offering the option to deposit cheques at Post Office branches for their customers, affecting around 28 million users.
Full list of 168 Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches closing in 2026 and 2027
Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland are set to close 168 branches across the UK over the next two years, following an earlier announcement of further closures.
Full list of 2026 UK bank holidays as two dates move a fortnight earlier
The 2026 UK bank holiday schedule is announced, with some dates shifting two weeks earlier compared to 2025.
More Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches to close - check if yours is affected
Lloyds Banking Group has announced the closure of additional branches of Lloyds, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland, affecting 95 locations across the UK between May 2026 and March 2027.
Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland to close 95 branches – see full list
Lloyds Banking Group has announced the closure of 95 branches across the UK, affecting customers of Lloyds Bank, Halifax, and Bank of Scotland, with closures scheduled from May 2026 to March 2027.
King announces Scottish bank holiday to mark nation’s 2026 FIFA World Cup debut
The King of the UK declared a special bank holiday in Scotland on June 15, 2026, to celebrate the country's return to the FIFA World Cup after 28 years.