HSBC Somerset Branch Will Close On Tuesday
Stating that it is “out of an abundance of caution following a possible exposure to Covid-19,” HSBC confirmed that their Somerset branch will close on Tuesday [Dec 1] and said that “it is expected that the branch will remain closed for the rest of this week.”
A spokesperson said, “The HSBC Somerset branch will close tomorrow and it is expected that the branch will remain closed for the rest of this week.
“The decision to close is made out of an abundance of caution following a possible exposure to Covid-19.
“The Bank is following all Bermuda Government Covid-19 protocols and these will guide the decision about when the branch is reopened.
“The Harbourview Centre, St. Georges and Church Street branches remain open for business as usual.
“Customers are also reminded to use online banking channels as much as possible through online banking and/or our mobile banking app. If you’re not yet enrolled with online banking, please visit www.hsbc.bm/register or call our Contact Center on 299- 5959.
“We regret any inconvenience this decision may cause our customers. HSBC is committed to ensuring the continued safety of our employees, customers and the wider Bermuda community.”
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Closed the rest of this week or the rest of this month/year? Is this true concern for people or a convenient excuse to close the branch permanently?
Think about the staff and how it impacts their families. Will they be quaratine etc?