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‘Queen’s bank’ Coutts in bid to boost ethical credentials

Private bank attempts to show new stripes in march towards ethical finance

Wednesday 28 July 2021 at 08:40

Royal bank Coutts has been recognised for its ethical credentials
Royal bank Coutts has been recognised for its ethical credentials Photo: Jonathan Nicholson/Getty Images

The Queen's bank is the latest lender to join the push towards ethical finance.

Coutts has secured B Corp status, a scheme which accredits businesses that meet a certain set of standards on environmental, social and governance issues.