Britain’s small high street businesses will see revenues and footfall hit from a fresh wave of Royal Bank of Scotland branch closures, according to the Federation of Small Businesses. more»
The changes, part of the open banking package of reforms led by the Competition and Markets Authority, have been designed to make banking more competitive and create better access to finance for small business owners. more»
The two inquiries will question whether enough is being done to protect smaller UK firms from the unfair treatment of larger companies and banks. more»
As the Royal Bank of Scotland admits its turnaround division failed small business customers, the Federation of Small Businesses has called for full publication of the investigation. more»
Britain's banking sector has laid out emergency support measures for Carillion sub-contractors in the wake of the construction giant's insolvency. more»
A report leaked to the press has suggested Royal Bank of Scotland staff were pressured to mislead small business owners inside its turnaround division, and were offered financial incentives to deliver misinformation. more»
Fresh bank branch closures announced by Royal Bank of Scotland risk wiping out access to vital one-to-one financial support for Britain's small firms, the Federation of Small Businesses has warned. more»
The financial regulator investigating claims that the Royal Bank of Scotland deliberately pushed small companies into disrepair has confirmed that a second inquiry has begun that could lead to stronger action against the bank. more»
The chief executive of TSB bank has announced plans to be “as aggressive as possible” in disrupting small business lending and providing entrepreneurs with the finance needed to grow their firm. more»
Police officers have begun inquiries into the alleged mistreatment of small UK business owners within the Royal Bank of Scotland's controversial restructuring division, reports have suggested. more»
