The co-operative values on which we built the bank over 145 years ago still stand today. They are more than the foundations of the bank, they are what connect us together – colleagues, consumers, the businesses we bank, charities we support and the issues we stand for.
If you're responsible for the banking needs of a business or community organisation, you're already likely to have a pretty clear view of what you're looking for from your bank.
We pioneer banking that makes a positive difference to the lives of our customers and communities.
To be the efficient and financially sustainable UK retail and SME bank that's distinguished by co-operative values.
We know everyone has a different definition of what it means to be ethical. So, for almost 30 years, we’ve been asking what it means to you. Your responses have shaped us, to become the first UK high street bank to introduce a customer-led Ethical Policy. A traditional bank you can trust.
Learn how we are ethicalNorthwest Towbar Centre is a leading supplier of towbars and vehicle accessories based in Stockport.
Read our customer testimonialsOur Donation Fund account holders are involved in all sorts of projects. Take a look at how the fund has supported communities.
About the Customer Donation FundThe Co-operative Bank has been voted the winner of the 2019 'Best Charity Banking Provider' award by Business Moneyfacts, for the fourth consecutive year.
The Co-operative Bank has been voted the winner of the 2019 'Best Service from a Business Bank' award by Business Moneyfacts, for the third consecutive year.
We are proud supporters of The Hive, a business support programme for people keen to start or grow a co-operative or community enterprise.
More about The HiveRecently we have been successful in our application for £15m of funding from the Capability and Innovation Fund. We are investing £17m of our own funds, and are committed to delivering significant improvements. For more information on what this will include please click below.
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View our business current accountsThe Co-operative Bank p.l.c. is a member of the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS). You may be entitled to compensation from the scheme if we cannot meet our obligations.
Find out more about the FSCS
Your eligible deposits with The Co‑operative Bank plc are protected up to a total of £85,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme, the UK's deposit guarantee scheme. This limit is applied to the total of any deposits you have with the following: The Co‑operative Bank, Britannia and smile. Any total deposits you hold above the limit between these brands are unlikely to be covered.
Please click here for further information or visit www.fscs.org.uk
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