NatWest has closed its branch in Potters Bar, but people in the town can continue some of its banking services elsewhere.

The branch closed for good on Wednesday, February 22, with customers now forced to use the Post Office services at Sainsbury's, or in Barnet Road and Cranborne Parade, to continue in-person banking.

"This will doubtless be disappointing to NatWest customers in Potters Bar," read a statement from The National Federation of SubPostmasters.

"However, alternative banking provision is available to local residents at post office branches nearby.

"Each of these branches offers banking services - including deposits, free cash withdrawals and balance checks, as well as offering face-to-face access to government services, bill payment, foreign currency, travel insurance and, of course, postal services.

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"There are many free-to-use ATMs installed across the UK Post Office network also."

When the closure was announced back in October last year, a spokesperson for NatWest said: "As with many industries, most of our customers are shifting to mobile and online banking, because it is faster and easier for people to manage their financial lives.

"We understand and recognise that digital solutions aren’t right for everyone or every situation, and that when we close branches we have to make sure that no-one is left behind.

"We take our responsibility seriously to support the people who face challenges in moving online, so we are investing to provide them with support and alternatives that work for them."