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Major banks are increasing financing for fossil fuel expansion and petrochemical projects, abandoning climate commitments. Reports show $508 billion in 2025 for fossil fuel development and $252 billion for petrochemical activities since 2019, enabling the industry’s shift to plastics and fertilizers.

Rockfire Group’s liquidators are suing NatWest for £250 million, alleging its Royal Bank of Scotland subsidiary processed unauthorized payments. The case is linked to the Thurrock council scandal.

NatWest boss Paul Thwaite, a bank chief, admits that some jobs in the banking industry will be taken by AI.

NatWest has announced it will not close any more branches until at least 2029 but has announced nine new branch closures. The decision to halt further closures until 2029 contrasts with the immediate announcement of nine additional closures.

NatWest has appointed Roose as the interim head of Primary Capital Markets. The article also mentions NatWest branding.

A NatWest bank worker spied on a neighbor's accounts and accused her of being a 'benefit scrounger' during a parking dispute. The incident involved unauthorized access to personal financial information and a public accusation related to welfare benefits.

Barclays and NatWest have reduced mortgage rates, marking a significant shift by major lenders. The rate cuts are described as a notable change in the banking sector.

NatWest is offering large mortgages of up to 6.5 times the borrower's salary. This move may help borrowers who need larger loans, but it also raises concerns about debt and affordability. The details of who can get one are not specified in the given content.

NatWest has raised concerns about job security as the UK economy shows signs of stalling. The financial institution warns of potential employment challenges amid economic uncertainty.

The FTSE 100 index fell in thin holiday trading, primarily due to disappointing results from NatWest. The decline was attributed to the bank's underperformance, which weighed on the market despite reduced trading activity.

NatWest reported profits ahead of expectations but faces a £140m financial hit due to the economic fallout from the Middle East conflict, alongside a £283m impairment charge linked to increased geopolitical risks and weaker equity markets. The UK's slowing growth and rising inflation further contribute to the bank's financial challenges.

Protesters disrupted NatWest's annual shareholder meeting in Edinburgh by bursting into song, forcing a brief adjournment. The chair, Rick Haythornthwaite, defended the bank against accusations of 'climate backtracking' during the chaotic event.

NatWest faces potential shareholder protest at its AGM over accusations of 'climate backtracking,' with the Church of England and campaigners like ShareAction supporting calls for protest votes against chair Rick Haythornthwaite. The showdown highlights investor and scientific concerns about the bank's environmental policies.

NatWest is introducing financial education classes for under 18s in youth clubs to teach the importance of investing and improve financial literacy among young people.

The UK's 'big five' banks will meet with Chancellor Rachel Reeves to discuss mitigating economic impacts from the Middle East crisis caused by US and Israel's attacks on Iran. The emergency summit reflects growing concerns over an unavoidable economic downturn.