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A top executive of Lloyds Banking Group has criticised a hike to bank taxes as “unhelpful” to achieving UK economic growth, as he urged the Government to ensure it remains temporary. (Photo by Yui Mok/PA Wire)

Lloyds finance chief criticises increase to bank taxes
A top executive of Lloyds Banking Group has criticised an increase to bank taxes as “unhelpful” to achieving UK economic growth, as he urged the Government to e...

Farsley: 120 homes to be built after £330,000 deal signed with council

Farsley: 120 homes to be built after £330,000 deal signed with council

Britain’s high street banks are set to unveil stronger profits as they face the prospect of being targeted for a tax hike in the Budget. (Photo by Peter Byrne/Press Association)

Banking giants face prospect of tax hike in Budget

Yorkshire based engineering technology business, Reliance Precision (Reliance), has partnered with LDC, part of Lloyds Banking Group, to support its next phase of growth. (Photo from LDC/Reliance)

Reliance Precision plans growth with LDC partnership

Cleveland Group has continued its rapid national expansion with the opening of a new Cleveland-operated depot in Doncaster. (Photo supplied on behalf of Cleveland Group)

LDC-backed Cleveland Group opens new Doncaster depot

NatWest Group has revealed its profits jumped by a fifth in the first half of the year as it generated more income while reducing business costs. The banking group's operating pre-tax profit was £4.3 billion in the six months to the end of June, up 20% on the same period in 2025. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

NatWest profits up by a fifth after AI-led tech drive

Lloyds Banking Group has revealed its profits have jumped by nearly a quarter, as its boss unveiled a new four-year plan that is set to drive another £2 billion of cost-cutting amid the use of AI and further digitalising the bank. (Photo by Yui Mok/PA Wire_

Lloyds targets cost-cutting as half-year profits jump

Some of the UK’s biggest high street banks are set to have grown their profits over the first half of the year, but experts said there could be warnings over the risk of more bad loans as the Iran war pushes up the cost of living. (Photo by Jonathan Brady/PA Wire

What we will learn as big banks update market

Yorkshire brand Halifax to disappear from High Streets

Fortus, a firm of accountants and business advisers, has secured investment from LDC, part of Lloyds Banking Group, to support its growth plans. (Photo supplied on behalf of LDC)

York-based Fortus secures LDC investment to drive growth

Importance to town and borough of the famous Halifax brand

Lloyds Banking Group is closing its Sheffield office. Picture: Yui Mok/PA Wire

Lloyds to close Sheffield office in September - this is why

Lloyds Banking Group has published its latest results. Picture : Yui Mok/PA Wire

Lloyds reveals major interest rates prediction

Around 600 jobs are being axed at Close Brothers as the banking group ramps up cost cutting after posting further losses in the face of a mounting compensation bill for the motor finance scandal. (Photo credit should read: Yui Mok/PA Wire)

Close Brothers to cut almost quarter of workforce

Oliver Bell-Syer joins Lloyds Banking Group from Santander, where he spent almost eight years as a Relationship Director in the corporate and commercial teams. (Photo supplied by Lloyds Banking Group)

Lloyds strengthens North of England team

Millions of people mis-sold car loans could receive compensation this year under plans to set out final rules for a redress scheme later this month, the City watchdog has said. (Photo by Yui Mok/PA Wire)

Millions could get motor finance compensation in 2026

Martyn Kendrick, Regional Director for Yorkshire, Scotland and North East at Lloyds, said: “Lloyds Banking Group is proud to make £2.5 billion of new finance available to local firms in Yorkshire, helping them grow their businesses, invest in innovation and create new jobs. Whether it’s supporting a small company taking its first step into exporting, or a larger firm scaling up to meet growing demand, we’re committed to helping businesses turn their potential into growth.” (Photo supplied by Lloyds/SWNS)

Lloyds announces £2.5bn new finance commitment for region

Lloyds Banking Group is set to close 95 branches across the UK between May 2026 and March 2027 (Photo: Yui Mok/PA Wire)

Major banking group to close 95 UK branches - including 7 in Yorkshire

Lloyds Banking Group is to shut another 95 bank branches in the next round of closures announced by the high street bank. The closures will affect branches across its Lloyds Bank, Halifax and Bank of Scotland brands between May 2026 and March 2027. Under the plans, 53 Lloyds, 31 Halifax and 11 Bank of Scotland sites will shut. (Photo by Yui Mok/PA Wire)

Lloyds Banking Group to close more branches

Lloyds Banking Group has notched up a higher-than-expected annual profit haul despite significant provisions for motor finance compensation. (Photo by Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire)

Lloyds secures higher-than-expected profit haul

Several major UK banks are set to close branches in 2026, with Yorkshire among the regions affected (Photo: Matt Cardy/Getty Images)

Every major bank closing branches in 2026 – including 5 in Yorkshire
UK high streets are set for big changes as banks rethink their branch networks 🏦
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The office is ready to be reopened following a £116m transformation. Picture: Paul Eversley

Lloyds completes £116m transformation of Halifax office

Leeds-based ARC Building Solutions – a manufacturer of fire protection systems – has secured significant investment from private equity investor LDC. (Photo supplied by LDC)

LDC invests in Leeds-based ARC to support growth

Lloyds Farsley. Pic by Neimen Architects.

More than 130 homes planned for disused banking site in Yorkshire

High street lender Santander UK has cancelled its third-quarter trading update due on Wednesday until it can get “greater clarity” on City watchdog proposals for compensation for the motor finance scandal. (Photo by : Mike Egerton/PA Wire)

Santander calls for Government action on motor finance redress

Lloyds Banking Group has reported a 36% drop in its earnings for the third quarter as it felt the impact of an extra £800 million charge to compensate customers unfairly sold a car loan. (Photo by Yui Mok/PA Wire)

Lloyds reports fall in earnings after motor finance hit

Lloyds Banking Group has estimated the car finance compensation scheme could cost the bank nearly £2 billion, after putting aside an extra £800 million for the mis-selling saga. (Photo by Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire)

Car finance compensation scheme could cost Lloyds nearly £2bn

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The Optimum Medical team celebrated success at the National Technology Awards

How medical products firm beat corporate giants to top award

Lloyds Banking Group have announced 49 closures in 2026 across its Lloyds, Halifax and Bank of Scotland branches. (Photo by Leon Neal/Getty Images)

'Low-performing' Lloyds staff face risk of dismissal

Full programme of events launched for Leeds Digital Festival

Lloyds Banking Group and Close Brothers have seen shares soar higher after a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court on motor finance commission payments softened the blow for the sector. (Photo by Yui Mok/PA Wire)

Shares in lenders soar after motor finance court ruling
Lloyds Banking Group and Close Brothers have seen shares soar higher after a landmark ruling by the Supreme Court on motor finance commission payments softened the blow for the sector.
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Payday outage leaves thousands locked out of major banking apps again

Library image of Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves talking with Lloyds Banking Group CEO Charlie Nunn during a roundtable discussion with top finance executives at the Lloyds Banking Group's offices, in Leeds, West Yorkshire, as Ms Reeves announced a package of financial services reforms. (Photo by Oli Scarff/PA Wire)

Lloyds reveals higher-than-expected profit for first half of 2025

A general view of the London Stock Exchange in the City of London. Investors will be hoping UK banks will report solid earnings as lenders await the outcome of a critical court judgment that could unleash a major car finance compensation scheme.(Photo by Jeff Moore/PA Wire)

Banks await critical motor finance court ruling

Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves looks from a window before a roundtable discussion with top finance executives during a visit to the Lloyds Banking Group's offices, in Leeds, West Yorkshire. Credit: Oli Scarff/PA Wire

Exclusive Reeves hits back at risk criticism of increasing mortgage borrowing

Charlie Nunn, Group Chief Executive, Lloyds Banking Group, said: ‘Greater partnership across the public and private sectors is fundamental in achieving the UK’s national ambition for the biggest increase to social and affordable housing in a generation. " (Photo supplied on behalf of Lloyds Banking Group)

Former data centre set to be turned into affordable homes

Toby Harper has hailed the deal

Sheffield law firm eyes acquisitions after private equity investment deal

Richard Fearon, chief executive of Leeds Building Society. Picture By Yorkshire Post Photographer, James Hardisty. Date: 25th April 2023.

Leeds Building Society boss taking 'temporary break'

The Spanish parent firm of TSB has said it is considering the sale of the UK high street bank. (Photo by Aaron Chown/PA Wire)

TSB’s Spanish owner considers sale of UK bank

Nationwide Building Society has posted a 30% jump in annual profits after an “outstanding” year that saw it complete the takeover of Virgin Money. (Photo by Mike Egerton/PA)

Nationwide Building Society posts jump in annual profits

The videos teach young people about all aspects of their finances

Lloyds Banking Group teams up with online school to teach young people how to ma...

The site in Pudsey could become the new location for 100 new homes

Lloyds seeks developer to create 100 new homes on Pudsey site

Tim Buchan is stepping down as Zenith CEO

Zenith boss says successor will keep 'driving business in right direction'

HSBC is set to unveil bigger profits as investors prepare for an update on the bank's cost-cutting overhaul, while earnings for Lloyds will be in focus amid a long-running motor finance probe. (Photo by Charlotte Ball/PA Wire)

HSBC set to unveil bigger profits

Pig farmer Hugh Shedden, who took part in the baselining survey.

Pig farmer’s shift is reaping rewards

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Major banking group closing 136 local branches across the UK

Lloyds Banking Group is to shut 136 more high street branches as it accelerates plans to cut costs and digitise the bank.. PA Photo. See PA story CITY Lloyds. Photo: Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire

Lloyds Banking Group announces closure of 136 high street branches

LDC has announced that it has moved into a new office in Leeds.

LDC moves into new Yorkshire office to support 'continued growth'

A man passes the entrance to a Lloyds Banking Group office in the City of London (Photo: JUSTIN TALLIS/AFP via Getty Images)

Banking group to close major UK office, impacting 500 staff

Mark Burton at Lloyds Bank, 10 Gresham Street. 30/3/22

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Stuart Pender, founder and chairman at Lomond.

LDC set to reinvest in sales and letting firm Lomond

Lloyds Banking Group has confirmed that it is planning to close down its Sheffield office. Photo: Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire

Lloyds Bank reveals plan to close Sheffield office

Mark Burton, Group ambassador for Yorkshire and The Humber, pictured at Lloyds Bank Leeds office. Picture: Lee McLean/SWNS

How Lloyds' new Yorkshire ambassador wants to make tangible difference to region

Jonny Heath from Farsley, Leeds has tackled a virtual monthly challenge during 2024 including climbing Everest , rowing the English Channel, cycling from Lands End to John O'Groats, walking the Pennine Way, and taken an Ironman challenge as well as hiking the Yorkshire Three Peaks all to raise money for the homeless charity Crisis. He travelled to Morocco to climb a mountain to finish his monumental test of endurance. Photograph by Tony Johnson.

Dad's epic charity challenge as climbing a mountain sounded 'too much like fun'

Lloyds Banking Group has revealed stronger-than-expected earnings over recent months, as the lender said it was seeing signs of improved confidence among consumers. (Photo by Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire)

Lloyds Banking Group reveals stronger-than-expected earnings over third quarter

YBS non-executive director Janet Pope

Former Lloyds chief of staff joins Yorkshire Building Society board

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Banking group closing 300 branches by 2025 - full list of locations

Lloyds has revealed its earnings dipped this year as the banking giant generated less income despite borrowing costs remaining higher. (Photo by Stefan Rousseau/PA Wire)

Lloyds Banking Group reveals earnings dip as boost from borrowing costs slows

Charlie Nunn, Lloyds Banking Group CEO (right) meeting Mikko Ramstedt, Managing Director at LAR Housing Trust development in Glasgow (Credit: Andrew Godfrey Photography)

Lloyds to convert old sites into social housing with first scheme in Pudsey

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