Halifax brand to disappear from UK high streets as Lloyds rebranding begins in 2027; Howard Brown reflects on his iconic ad career
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Julia Banim, Oliver Radcliffe
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The article covers the rebranding of Halifax to Lloyds, which will see the Halifax name disappear from UK high streets after 173 years. It focuses on Howard Brown, the iconic Halifax advertising ambassador from the 1990s and 2000s, who later appeared on shows like First Dates and The Office. The piece explores his career trajectory after his banking ad fame, including his frustration with former bosses and his life post-advertising.
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· 3 pulledAfter 173 years on the British High Street, Halifax is set to vanish, with Lloyds taking over the once iconic brand - but the memories live on.
Owner Lloyds Banking Group has announced that Halifax branches will be rebranded to Lloyds over the course of 2027, with the Halifax brand stopping new account openings.
This will no doubt come as a shock to many customers, who can still remember the days when Halifax dominated TV ad
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