ANOTHER bank in the Bradford district is to close its doors.

Barclays has confirmed its Shipley branch, on Otley Road, is to close in the coming months. 

A spokesperson said: “The decision to close a branch is never an easy one. However, customers are increasingly using alternatives to branches to do their banking. As a result, we are seeing a sustained fall in branch visits across the UK.

“This is reflected at Shipley branch where over four fifths (86 per cent) of our customers at the branch are also using different ways to bank.

“We will work with our customers and provide alternative options to ensure they can continue to manage their money and receive financial expertise when required.”

The branch will close on Wednesday, July 7. The nearest branches are on Market Street in Bradford city centre and on Oxford Road in Guiseley.

Barclays said it would be "proactively engaging" with local businesses and the wider community to discuss the alternative ways customers will be able to bank. 

Virtual 'Tea and teach' sessions will be held for customers wanting to explore digital banking and other alternatives to branch-based banking.

Those working at the Shipley branch will be offered alternative roles, said Barclays.