Somerset Santander to close as bank announces 44 branch closures across UKThe announcement comes as the bank accelerates its shift towards digital services, following a sharp decline in face-to-face banking. The announcement comes as the bank accelerates its shift towards digital services, following a sharp decline in face-to-face banking. These will include Santander Local branches, Banking Hubs, and where neither exists, community spaces such as libraries and community centres. Across the UK, Santander currently operates 111 Santander Locals and six Work Cafés. ‌Following the changes, the bank will operate 305 branches nationwide including 244 full service branches, 36 reduced hour branches and six work cafes.