Competition is a good thing, so the break-up of Britain’s rescued banks,
announced last week, should be a positive move for the housing market.
Although nothing is imminent, the disposals approved by the European
commission will increase choice. Lloyds TSB-HBOS has a mortgage-market share
of about 30%, so the split should be beneficial, and has been lauded by
Which? and other consumer groups.
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