Bank of Scotland to transform Argyle Street branch as part of multi-million pound Glasgow investment

A state-of-the-art ‘flagship’ Bank of Scotland branch is set to open in Glasgow later this year after the bank announced plans to transform its existing premises on Argyle Street.

Designed to meet the changing needs of high street customers and act as a testing ground for the future of banking in Scotland, the branch will be closed from today (20 September) for around three months as it undergoes the multi-million pound refit.

The branch is set to reopen in December and will bring together a host of new services, designed to create a very different high street banking experience for both personal and business customers.

It will also offer extended opening hours and feature a coffee shop to provide a warm, informal space for customers and visitors to chat, meet, work and learn.

"New technology is rapidly changing the way many people choose to do their day to day banking. However, support and guidance from our branch colleagues remains crucial for the big or unexpected moments in our customers’ lives, such as buying a home, having children, or dealing with a bereavement. “That’s why we’re creating a different kind of bank branch. This will offer the services that we know our customers want in a modern and flexible environment, combining the latest in interactive digital technology with the trusted personal service provided by our expert colleagues." - Tara Foley, Manager Director at Bank of Scotland

Bank of Scotland’s branch in Glasgow’s Sauchiehall Street will also have its facilities upgraded as part of the investment plan; while the bank’s branch in Renfrew is also being modernised.