What are some safe, stable banks in the U.K. ??

Question

I only got one good answer in another room so I'll ask here.

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

All of them, all UK banks are backed by the Government via the Bank of england and no bank is allowed to go bust  

Answer 2

The Cooperative Bank, or Coutts

Answer 3

Lloyds TSB  

Answer 4

Natwest