Key facts
- NatWest Group commits to no further branch closures until at least 2029 for NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland, and Ulster Bank.
- Nine additional branch closures have been announced by NatWest Group.
- Previously, 30 branches were announced for closure in February.
- Two additional branches are scheduled to close in early 2027.
NatWest Group has announced a commitment to not close any further branches under its NatWest, Royal Bank of Scotland, and Ulster Bank brands until at least 2029. This commitment comes alongside the announcement of nine additional branch closures. In February, the bank had announced plans to close 30 of its branches this year, with two more scheduled to close in early 2027. The bank's decision aims to provide a period of stability for its branch network.