Access to Banking Services Bill

A Bill to make provision about access by customers, in particular those in rural areas, to banking services; to make provision for community banking hubs; to review access to banking services through the Post Office network; and for connected purposes.

Originating House

House of Commons

Sponsor

Ben LakePlaid Cymru

Last Updated

17 September 2019

In Plain English

AI-generated

This Bill aims to improve how people can access banking services, with a particular focus on rural areas. It would support the establishment of community banking hubs and asks for a review of the Post Office network’s banking services to identify improvements. It also covers related measures to enhance overall access to banking.

Key Points

Aims to improve access to banking services for customers, especially in rural areas.
Provides for the development or support of community banking hubs to serve local communities.
Requires a review of how the Post Office network provides banking services.
Includes connected provisions to address other related issues affecting access to banking.

Progress

The bill is currently at the 2nd reading in the House of Commons. If progressed, it would move to committee scrutiny and subsequent stages.

Who is affected?

Rural customers and residents who rely on banking servicesSmall and medium-sized businesses in rural or underserved areasCustomers who use the Post Office network for bankingLocal communities considering or operating community banking hubsEmployees and organisations involved in the Post Office network or community banking initiatives

Generated 21 February 2026

Updates & Documents

News (1)

News - Access to Banking Services

1 Jan 1970

The Bill failed to complete its passage through Parliament before the end of the session. This means the Bill will make no further progress.

Parliamentary Votes (0)

No recorded votes for this bill yet.

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