All news on the topic: The Co-operative Bank PLC

A number of high street banks are handing out up to £175 alongside other perks and benefits just for switching accounts and only a few steps must be followed in order to receive all the bonuses on offer

The Co-operative Bank said only a 'small number' of its 96,000 small business customers were affected by the glitch. It apologised and said it was 'in the process of correcting this issue'

From today, customers who switch their bank to Co-op bank's Standard Current Account or Everyday Extra account can get an upfront payment of £75 - and a chance of a further £75

The Everyday Rewards scheme for Co-Op banking customers gives monthly rewards for simply banking with them and the scheme paid customers up to £2.20 a month if they hit the rewards criteria

'We are focused on delivering value to our shareholders through the strength of our business model and the hard work of our colleagues' - Nick Slape, chief executive of the Co-op Bank

The Everyday Rewards scheme for Co-Op banking customers gives monthly rewards for simply banking with them and the scheme paid customers up to £2.20 a month if they hit the rewards criteria

The Co-operative Bank is axing the equivalent of more than one in 10 of its workforce, as part of cost-cutting measures that will result in a net reduction of 12% of roles overall

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