HSBC London Bridge branch: (30 April '25) "My visit to this branch today was deeply disappointing due to the completely inadequate customer service I received on the ground floor. I simply required assistance to unlock my new bank card after accidentally blocking the contactless feature. Despite providing ample verification, including showing my online bank account details on my phone and presenting a health card with my personal information, the staff insisted on a passport or alternative photo ID. This rigid and seemingly untrained approach was unacceptable. When I requested to speak with a manager to resolve this straightforward issue, my request was denied. This lack of initiative and problem-solving at the initial point of contact is concerning. Consequently, I was forced to escalate the matter by going upstairs and demanding to speak with a manager. Thankfully, after a 10-minute wait, a staff member named Joan intervened and swiftly resolved the issue. This experience highlights a critical need for comprehensive customer service training for the staff at this branch. It is essential that employees are empowered to use their judgment and understand that customers, like myself, are the reason for their employment. The initial refusal to assist with a simple request and the subsequent denial of access to a manager reflects poorly on the bank's commitment to customer satisfaction."