Bellringers and bowlers caught in HSBC crackdown on money laundering
Village bell-ringers and local bowls clubs are having their bank accounts closed by HSBC in a crackdown on money laundering. Last month, Money Mail revealed how the international bank had shut down the account of a pigeon racing club, and we have since heard from other community groups which have also been hit. Under action by the bank to prevent money being moved for the use of terrorism or the drug trade, these clubs are facing demands for more personal details and records — and having their accounts closed if they cannot comply. Nightmare: The Finchampstead Handbell Ringers had their a...
Source: dailymail.co.uk