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The Guardian - UK
The Guardian - UK
Business
Miles Brignall

Why do I keep failing Metro Bank’s security checks?

Two people outside Metro Bank branch on the corner of a street
The reader hopes to resolve this problem without having to schlep 100 miles to her nearest Metro Bank. Photograph: Christopher Thomond/The Guardian

I have an Isa with Metro Bank that I have had for 15 years or more. I moved house a few years ago and have recently been trying to update my address with the bank.

My problem is, I keep failing its security checks. During my frequent calls, I am asked numerous questions and passed from pillar to post. I had to complete a validation process, which I failed, but Metro refused to tell me why.

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