What are some safe, stable banks in London?

Question

I'm in the U.S., obviously things are getting worse and worse here -- in order to feel somewhat safe financially could you please tell me a dependable British Bank were I could keep a few thousand pounds in case the U.S. Market crashes?

Answer 1

The biggest bank in London that has not had significant exposure to US sub-prime mortgage-backed securities is Lloyds TSB.  Ignore the previous post: Barclays Capital (part of Barclays) has lost billions, and Royal Bank of Scotland and NatWest are one and the same!

Answer 2

Coutts bank is where HM the Queen keeps her pennies.

Answer 3

almost any bank in UK is 'safe' as in it would  most likely not be allowed to fail by the government. however for peace of mind some of the  bigger banks have stability and are perceived to be as safe as 'houses' such as nat west ,royal bank of scotland. Barclay's .etc