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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

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.

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