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NatWest: Key dates in the bank’s history from rescue to privatisation

Here’s a timeline with key dates from the bailout of NatWest through to its return to privatisation on Friday.

Evening Standard · May 30, 2025

Nigel Farage to launch legal battle with NatWest over debanking saga

He could reportedly seek millions in damages.

Evening Standard · Nov 11, 2023

Nigel Farage to launch legal battle with NatWest over debanking debacle

Nigel Farage is to launch a legal fight with NatWest over the debanking saga which culminated in the resignation of chief executive Dame Alison Rose.

The National (Scotland) · Nov 11, 2023

Nigel Farage branded ‘sketchy crackpot’ in secret NatWest emails disclosed after de-banking scandal

The sniggering remarks handed over to the former Ukip leaders shone light on conversations among staff members who joked he had been “debanked” by Coutts

The Independent UK · Oct 24, 2023

Political storm left NatWest chief Dame Alison Rose with no choice but to go, says chairman

NatWest capped a turbulent week with a £1 billion surge in profits

Evening Standard · Jul 28, 2023

NatWest chairman says ‘political reaction’ led to Alison Rose’s departure

Chairman Sir Howard Davies insisted it is important for the stability of the bank that he remains on the board.

The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2023

NatWest chair defies calls to quit and blames ‘political pressure’ for CEO ousting

Top bosses to face scrutiny from shareholders after turmoil hits bank’s value

The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2023

Senior NatWest bosses set to face scrutiny from shareholders over Nigel Farage bank account row

Bank will follow rivals in unveiling half-year financial results on Friday

The Independent UK · Jul 28, 2023

The Guardian view on Nigel Farage and Coutts: this row is more about the politics of Brexit than banking

The former Brexit party leader was done a disservice, but the frenzy of Tory outrage is mostly a symptom of political cowardice

The Guardian - UK · Jul 26, 2023

NatWest sees £850m wiped from its value after Nigel Farage calls for heads to roll

Dame Alison Rose’s overnight decision to quit after leaking a story about Nigel Farage’s bank account to the BBC rocked NatWest and the wider banking sector

The Independent UK · Jul 26, 2023