A banking hub could be up and running in Westbury as early as next month.
The town has been without a bank since 2018, when the last remaining branches, Barclays and Lloyds, closed. In response, residents signed a petition launched by local resident Val Jarvis calling for additional banking services.
In April 2024, it was announced that Westbury had been selected as a future location for a banking hub. Now, Cash Access UK—an organisation that provides essential cash services—has confirmed that the service is expected by April 2025, with a property search currently underway.
A spokesperson from Cash Access UK said, “Our team is working hard to find a suitable property for the banking hub in Westbury that meets our requirements. These include size, condition and location. We look forward to sharing positive news on the progress of our search soon and local residents can find updates on the Cash Access UK website.”
Banking hubs are shared banking spaces, similar to a traditional bank branch, but available to everyone, where customers of any bank can withdraw and deposit cash, make bill payments and carry out regular banking transactions.
Westbury Town Council has worked closely with Cash Access UK over the last year as the plans progress.
In a comment, the Town Council said, “We are in discussions with Cash Access UK about a banking hub for Westbury and we will release more information when known.”
When the banking hub was first announced last year, local MP Andrew Murrison said, “I’m delighted Westbury will get a banking hub. It’s essential that people have access to traditional counter services, particularly as not everyone is comfortable with banking online and cashless transactions.”
Pictured: Westbury Mayor Jane Russ, Melissa Whittaker from Cash Access UK and Westbury Town Councillor Kate Knight previously pictured with resident Val Jarvis who campaigned for a banking hub in Westbury
