Closure of Northern Bank in Eglinton is massive blow for Local Community - Munce
UUP Foyle Assembly candidate, Peter Munce has said the decision of the Northern Bank to close their branch in Eglinton is a massive blow for the local community.
Peter said that account holders in the Northern Bank’s Eglinton branch who have received letters this morning informing them of the bank’s decision to close have contacted the UUP.
Speaking today Mr Munce said,
“The decision to remove such a vital local service, without any consultation, is a massive blow for the local community in Eglinton. People in this area already feel like a forgotten community who over the years have been bypassed by Government and local authorities. This decision will only to serve to increase the sense of isolation felt by many in this community.
“The advice from the bank is to relocate to the Northern Bank’s branch at Altnagelvin or use the online banking facility. However, how is this of any use to the elderly or those on low income who will have to take two buses to reach the branch or those who don’t have access to a computer?
“The UUP will be seeking an urgent meeting with the Northern Bank to discuss this issue and would urge other banks to consider filling the gap left by the Northern Bank’s withdrawal.”