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basic bank account

does anyone know where i can get a basic bank account bearing in mind i have a really bad credit history

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  • deemy2004
    deemy2004 Posts: 6,201 Forumite
    halifax plc
    HSBC
  • MarkyMarkD
    MarkyMarkD Posts: 9,913 Forumite
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    A more complete list, showing what each of the banks offers, is at http://www.support4learning.org.uk/money/banks_basic.htm

    I would suggest choosing one with Internet Banking, if you like the idea of banking online (and if you are an MSE user I expect you would).

    Some offer debit cards; most don't. This may also be a consideration for you.

    The better ones offer post office access to pay money in and withdraw it - given that there are more post offices than any bank has branches, that is a useful point to consider.
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