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Bank Closures in Paisley and Renfrewshire North
P002944 - 25 March 2024
Presentations: 1
Presenters: 0
At a Glance
This petition concerning bank closures in paisley and renfrewshire north was presented to Parliament once by 0 MPs.
Issue Summary
The petition addresses the closure of two Bank of Scotland branches in Renfrew and Bridge of Weir, which will leave a growing town and a village without local bank services, impacting 70,000 constituents and exacerbating inequality for vulnerable groups.
Action Requested
The House of Commons urges the Government to consider the concerns of the petitioners and take immediate action to ensure residents in Renfrew and Bridge of Weir have access to a local banking provision.
Key Facts
- Six years ago, Royal Bank of Scotland closed its Renfrew branch.
- Santander and TSB subsequently closed branches in the constituency.
- Lloyds has decided to close two Bank of Scotland branches.
- Nearly 800 people signed the petition against these closures.
- The decision leaves one Bank of Scotland branch for the entire constituency.
- Closure will affect approximately 70,000 constituents.
Presentation Timeline
MPs presented this petition on the following dates. Each card shows the presenters and any recorded remarks.
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25 March 2024
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