Halifax Closes Nine UK Branches Amid Shift to Digital Banking

Halifax, a major British bank, is set to close nine branches between June 2 and June 5. These closures are part of a broader trend as customers shift towards online banking, reducing the need for physical branches. The closures will affect locations across England and Wales, with more closures expected later. Halifax, a part of Lloyds Banking Group, plans to shut 136 branches by March 2026. Despite closures, @HalifaxBank assures customers they can still access services via apps, telephone banking, post offices, and remaining branches. This highlights the ongoing digital transformation in UK banking.