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MSPs have raised the forthcoming closure of Larkhall’s last remaining bank at Holyrood as politicians from all parties outlined their opposition to the loss of local branches across the country. ‌

Constituency representative Davy Russell says the January closure of the Bank of Scotland on Union Street will be “to the detriment of thousands of constituents and hundreds of businesses” and says banks should be compelled to remain in local communities. ‌

Meghan Gallacher, the Central Scotland member, also highlighted the impact on residents in Larkhall and the surrounding areas and told how a petition opposing the cuts started by ward councillor Richard Nelson has reached more than 500 signatures. ‌

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