Lloyds Bank Cutting 9000 Jobs

The video discusses the transformation in banking, driven by the rise of online services. Major banks like Lloyds are reducing their physical branches and focusing on digital solutions, affecting both customers and staff. While some customers embrace mobile banking, others, particularly older individuals, prefer traditional branches. Lloyds plans to close 200 branches and cut 9000 jobs by 2017. The bank is also introducing new digital payment services like Payam. However, financial challenges such as PPI mis-selling continue to impact profitability, prompting cost-saving measures. Despite these changes, Lloyds aims to maintain a strong branch network and improve customer services through innovations like virtual bank tellers.

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How has Lloyds Banking Group's approach to mobile banking affected its staff?

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