I have written to the chief executive of my bank, Lloyds, pointing out that there are no banks in Highcliffe and three former banks standing empty.
There are a number of hard working shopkeepers who find trade in decline as people go elsewhere to bank combining with doing other shopping.
I suggested that there was a wonderful opportunty for the banks to redeem some of their tattered reputation by co-operating in some way to maintain a presence in Highcliffe and provide a vital community service.
Whilst sympathetic a representative declared the idea impractical technology-wise and as a business scheme. Shame! Anyone else like to have a go at their bank?
AG Ruffhead, Oakwood Rd, Christchurch
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