A BANK has explained why voluntary redundancies are happening at its Bradford branch.

Barclays say four workers are taking redundancy as part of a "wider restructure".

Last week, the bank announced plans to shut down 15 more branches, including Guiseley, this year. 

It came after 11 sites were already set for closure across 2023.

Barclays reassured the Telegraph & Argus that the Bradford redundancies are not a result of the closures.

A spokesperson said: “I can confirm that four colleagues are taking voluntary redundancy as part of a wider restructure but these are not as a direct result of any branch closures.

“We have also recently recruited 32 new entrants in Bradford to expand our customer care team.”

The 15 newly announced banks will be closed in April 2023, with the branches closing across the country. 

Barclay card customers that are concerned about the closure announcements are being told they can still have options if they need in-person support. 

The bank announced they will offer a support van and pop-up banks where you can get help and advice. 

Customers can all access certain facilities at Post Office branches including cash and cheque deposits as well as checking their balance and withdrawing cash.