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Lloyds Banking Group is set to shut 289 branches in 2025 and 2026 . In 2025, 97 Halifax branches are being shut down, while 78 Lloyds Bank and 23 Bank of Scotland sites will cease operations by the end of the year.

Next year, 14 Halifax, 40 Lloyds Bank and 17 Bank of Scotland branches are earmarked for closure. A Lloyds Banking Group spokesperson said: "The way people are banking has changed, with over 21 million customers choosing our apps to manage their money.

"We're providing more choice than ever before, bringing together the best in digital convenience with our people.

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"Alongside our app, our customers can use any Lloyds, Halifax or Bank of Scotland branch, the Post Office or banking hubs

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