Meeting sought to discuss bank closure

Date: 
Monday, 3 April, 2017

 

East Dunbartonshire Council is contacting the Royal Bank of Scotland over plans to close its branch in Bishopbriggs.

Senior Council officers hope to meet representatives of the bank to discuss the implications of the closure for employees, customers and the town centre.

The Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) owns the premises at 129 Kirkintilloch Road, Bishopbriggs.

Thomas Glen, Depute Chief Executive - Place, Neighbourhood & Corporate Assets, said, "We are contacting RBS as a matter of urgency with a view to discussing its decision to close the Bishopbriggs branch on 4 October 2017.

"As well as providing employment in Bishopbriggs, the branch offers banking facilities to individuals and businesses, and provides key services within the town centre.

"We will be contacting RBS to ask what provisions are being put in place for employees and customers - particularly those who do not have access to online or mobile banking facilities.

"While we appreciate the way people bank is changing, we also appreciate that some customers - particularly older people - may not be comfortable or familiar with online and mobile banking.

"In addition, we would be seeking clarification from RBS on the future for its building in Bishopbriggs, given its prominent location in the town centre."

The Council is currently developing a strategy for Bishopbriggs town centre - which will consider issues such as the RBS closure - setting out a positive, long-term vision and future actions.

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