Written Question·Treasury·UIN 89100

Banking Hubs: Essex

Tabled: 10 November 2025
Answered: 17 November 2025

Question

James McMurdock

Independent — South Basildon and East Thurrock

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what steps her Department is taking in (a) the South Basildon and East Thurrock constituency and (b) Essex to encourage the establishment of banking hubs in towns which lack in-person banking services.

Answer

Lucy Rigby
The Government understands the importance of face-to-face banking to communities and high streets across the UK, and is committed to championing sufficient access for all as a priority. This is why the Government is working closely with industry to roll o...
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