Written questions

Bank Services: Rural Areas

Commons · Question 90116 · Tabled 12 Nov 2025 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 20 Nov 2025

Question

Asked by Andrew George

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what discussions she has had with the Financial Conduct Authority on the adequacy of its guidance on ensuring access to banking services for rural and coastal communities, in the context of (a) branch and (b) ATM cl

Answer

Answered by Lucy Rigby, 20 Nov 2025

The government understands the importance of face-to-face banking to rural and coastal communities and is committed to championing sufficient access for both business and personal customers. This is why the government is working with industry to roll out ...