Contingent liabilities, commitments and guarantees - Narrative (Details) £ in Millions |
12 Months Ended | |
|---|---|---|
|
Dec. 31, 2025
GBP (£)
classAction
|
Dec. 31, 2024
GBP (£)
|
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| Disclosure of contingent liabilities [line items] | ||
| Contingent liabilities | £ 3,009 | £ 2,605 |
| Commitments | 157,574 | 148,619 |
| Capital commitments | 610 | 640 |
| Capital expenditure contracted for but not recognised | £ 312 | 236 |
| Number of class actions | classAction | 2 | |
| Legal proceedings contingent liability | ||
| Disclosure of contingent liabilities [line items] | ||
| Increase in current tax liability | £ 980 | |
| Decrease in deferred tax asset | (270) | |
| Maximum exposure | ||
| Disclosure of contingent liabilities [line items] | ||
| Irrevocable commitments | £ 88,135 | £ 79,518 |