Debate on bank branch closures

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This debate was opened by Christian Matheson, Labour MP for the City of Chester, James Heappey, Conservative MP for Wells, and Mr Mark Williams, Liberal Democrat MP for Ceredigion .

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Text of the motion

"That this House is concerned about continued bank branch closures and the damage that this causes to local communities, small businesses and the welfare of senior citizens; and calls upon the Government to help maintain access to local banking."

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