Berwick councillors express disappointment at looming closure of Santander bank branch

The Marygate branch, the only bank on Berwick’s main shopping street, is scheduled to close on April 28.

Councillors have asked for a letter to be written to the banking firm.

"It won’t change anything but it will record that we are not supportive,” said Cllr Philip Rowe.

Cllr Robert Bruce added: “I think we should send a letter, even if it’s just to support the staff that are going to lose their jobs.”

It is understood the bank is looking at venues for pop-up options where it would be able to offer services one day per week.

Berwick’s is one of 44 branches across the country closing, linked to a shift from its customers towards its digital services.

The nearest alternative Santander branches are in Morpeth and Galashiels.

The nearest ATM cash points will be at the Royal Bank of Scotland and the Bank of Scotland on Hide Hill.

The Post Office on Castlegate also offers banking services.