Nationwide to keep all branches open

BANKING giant Nationwide will keep all its branches open until at least 2028 because face-to-face service "has never been more relevant than now".

- Giles Sheldrick

It is a massive boost to the Express Save Our High Streets crusade, which champions the lifeblood of communities as stores and services shut, leaving many especially the elderly and vulnerable high and dry.

The pledge comes after Swindonbased Nationwide agreed a £2.9billion deal to take over Virgin Money.

It is in stark contrast to big names fleeing towns and cities, claiming demand from customers for face-to-face banking exists.