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Lloyds TSB investors back HBOS rescue

By Jane Croft in Glasgow

Published: November 19 2008 16:26 | Last updated: November 19 2008 16:57

Lloyds TSB investors have overwhelmingly backed the bank’s controversial rescue of HBOS and its plans to raise £5.5bn of capital despite some shareholders voicing concerns.

Several hundred investors gathered in Glasgow to hear Sir Victor Blank, Lloyds chairman, say the “landmark” deal would transform his bank, deliver £1.5bn of cost savings and create value for HBOS and Lloyds shareholders.

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