Motion · S5M-20108 · 2 Dec 2019
TSB Branch Closures in the West of Scotland
The motion
That the Parliament notes with concern the decision of TSB to close its branches in Barrhead, Bishopbriggs, Clarkston, Dumbarton and Milngavie as part of a programme of 17 planned closures across Scotland and 82 across the UK; understands that losing these branches will leave TSB customers having a round trip of between three and seven miles to the next nearest branch; believes that bank branches are a vital part of the fabric of many communities, especially for those with limited mobility or no internet access, and that it is important they are recognised as an essential service and are protected; invites TSB to reconsider its decision to close these and the other affected branches and to engage with trade unions on any potential redundancies and changes to staff conditions, and expresses solidarity with those whose jobs are under threat due to these plans.
Supporters (12)
- John Mason 2 Dec 2019
- Elaine Smith 2 Dec 2019
- Bill Kidd 3 Dec 2019
- Fulton MacGregor Scottish National Party 3 Dec 2019
- Rona Mackay 3 Dec 2019
- Gil Paterson 3 Dec 2019
- Sandra White 3 Dec 2019
- Jackie Baillie Scottish Labour 6 Dec 2019
- Tom Arthur Scottish National Party 16 Dec 2019
- Ruth Maguire 18 Dec 2019
- Clare Adamson Scottish National Party 19 Dec 2019
- Gail Ross 19 Dec 2019
Source: the Scottish Parliament motions and amendments record.