Important update
    Changes to the Bank of England Base Rate

    The Bank of England increased the Base Rate from 3.75% to 4.00% on Thursday 5 November 2026. Following this announcement, we’ll be reviewing our variable savings interest rates to consider how the change may affect your account. If we make any changes to your interest rate, we’ll be in touch to let you know.

    Bereavement guidance

    Losing someone close to you can feel overwhelming, and it’s not always easy to know what to do next. 

     

    Our bereavement hub is here to support you with clear information and compassionate guidance, helping you navigate the practical steps at a pace that feels right for you.

    Communication Access UK

    Communication Access UK is an initiative developed in partnership with charities and organisations that share a vision to improve the lives of people with communication difficulties. We’ve joined Communication Access UK and are training our staff to support customers with communication difficulties.

    Contact us using Relay UK

    If you are deaf, hard of hearing, or have a speech impairment, you can contact us using Relay UK. Dial 18001 followed by the phone number you want to call, or use the Relay UK app.

     

    Please contact us if: 

     

     

      You’d like us to change how we communicate with you

      We can:

      • Speak slower, louder and clearer when you call us, repeat information so that you can make a note of it, or liaise with a family member on your behalf.
      • Use hearing relay services with you, such as Relay UK.
      • Provide information in an alternative version, such as Braille or large print.
      • Use your preferred channel of communication when contacting you, such as via secure messaging if you struggle to call us.

      You’d like to let us know how we can help you

      We can make a note of this on your file to allow us to better assist you in the future.


      Any sensitive information you share with us will be treated in the strictest confidence and will only be stored on our internal systems with your explicit consent, which you can withdraw at any time.

      You may need some extra support during a difficult time

      We recognise that situations may arise that could impact your ability to manage your savings with us for a variety of reasons that may be sensitive and personal to you. Please be assured that our specially trained agents are here to help and provide you with confidential support that is suitable to your personal circumstances.

      You have experienced a loss

      This can be an extremely difficult time for you, both emotionally and practically, and we are here to support you. We can help by providing you with practical support and guidance on what you need to do next. If our customer has passed away, please let us know as soon as possible so we can help to support you with next steps. Further information can also be found in our Bereavement Advice Guide 

      Get in touch with us

      • By phone:

        0203 857 3050

        (Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm, excluding bank holidays).

      • By secure message

        If you have an online account with Close Brothers Savings, you can log in and contact us using our secure messaging system.

      • By post

        Close Brothers Savings, 10 Crown Place, London, EC2A 4FT

      Free and Independent Advice

      We will do everything we can to help you, but you can also find free independent help and advice from several sources, including:

      • Citizens Advice Bureau

        A network of information, providing free, confidential and impartial legal advice.

        Visit Citizens Advice
      • Money Helper

        Free, impartial help for money and pensions, backed by the government.

        Visit Money Helper
      • Age UK

        Information and advice covering every facet of later life. 

        Visit Age UK
      • Samaritans

        Available 24 hours a day, providing confidential emotional support for people who are experiencing feelings of distress and despair. 

        Visit Samaritans

      Your eligible deposits held by a UK establishment of Close Brothers Limited are protected up to a total of £120,000 by the Financial Services Compensation Scheme (FSCS), the UK's deposit guarantee scheme.

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