HSBC reassures customers by committing to maintaining its 327 branches until at least 2026 amidst closures of 6,000 bank branches in recent years. The bank plans to invest over £50 million in updating its branch network this year. The move comes as fewer customers visit branches, with a 65% drop in visits over the past five years. HSBC also plans to introduce shared banking hubs and community pop-ups to provide alternative services.