Lucy Rigby

Lucy Rigby

Labour — Northampton North

Speaking in the House of Commons on 24 February 2026

Debate

Banking Hubs: Rural and Post-Industrial Communities

Contribution

If the hon. Member would let me progress just a little further, I will cover the issues he refers to. As I said, the strength of feeling expressed today, and more broadly in parliamentary interactions, shows just how important this issue is to Members, and to people right across the country, particularly in the types of communities that the hon. Member for Caerfyrddin represents. I recognise the particular concerns about rural and post-industrial areas, where longer travel distances, which were referred to, more limited transport and, in particular, uneven digital connectivity make the loss of a bank branch especially acute. It is right to acknowledge that banking has changed very dramatically in recent years. Many customers have benefited from digital innovations that allow them to more easily manage their finances. For those who have benefited, those types of innovations have increased accessibility and convenience.

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