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Review of the Triodos Bank, Current Account:

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An imaginative & creative Bank

I was utterly disgusted by the behaviour of most British Banks during the 2008 financial crisis. They behaved like extortion organisations: pursing financially obscene objectives whilst belittling & exploiting small businesses. The ethics of Triodos are a complete contrast. I have wondered how they survive in the brutal financial markets. I assume it is their fair & transparent business model & their respectful & supportive approach to their customers. The staff efficiently dealt with a recent query of mine & I hope they continue to prosper in the years ahead. I've been an account holder for several years now & have been impressed by the support they've received from various celebrities. It's brilliant that they provide financial backing to sustainable & ethical small-scale businesses: such organisations are the backbone of the British economy & deserve support. The greedy, irresponsible main street banks will unfortunately continue to invest in oil, cigarettes & unethical practices. However I hope Triodos (even though I still mis-pronounce the name) will continue to expand & greet more impressed & enthusiastic customers. Reviewed on: 15th January 2022

Review of the Triodos Bank, Current Account:

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An imaginative & refreshing approach to banking

I've only been a customer of Triodos for a couple of months. I'd never heard of them until I saw Youtube footage of their associated electrical supplier: Ecotricity. Switching my account from a high street bank to Tridos was simple. They handled all the administration & correctly moved my direct debits & standing orders to the new account. Triodos reflect my core beliefs in ethical banking: I require a stable & mature approach to money. I'm impressed with their investment in small scale & sustainable businesses. I want my money to support ordinary folk with creative & imaginative ideas. Along with many citizens, I was utterly dismayed by the behaviour of the large banks during the financial crisis. The reckless & greedy investments of the high street banks & complete abrogation of their social responsibility was revolting behaviour. The wealthy, powerful bankers walked away from their mess & left ordinary citizens to tidy up. I would have been wary about transferring my account to a new on-line bank but it is my understanding that Triodos have been in existence for over 30 years. This is a new approach to banking for me but so far has been a positive experience. Reviewed on: 14th December 2019

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