Santander confirmed the move as part of an ongoing overhaul of its store network, with 291 jobs now at risk. Santander confirmed the move as part of an ongoing overhaul of its store network, with 291 jobs now at risk. Santander said it is continuing to invest in its physical presence, with more than 220 branches refurbished in the past six years. The bank’s revised network will also include 19 counter-free branches, 36 reduced-hour branches, six work cafes, and 111 Santander Local sites. The bank has revealed which branches are set to close as well as the dates they will shut shop.