The Fall of Northern Rock: An Insider's Story of Britain's Biggest Banking Disaster

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The Fall of Northern Rock is essential reading for anyone wanting to understand the story behind the first run on a British bank since 1866 - buy it today!

This book provides a first-hand account of the rise of Northern Rock, becoming one of the most respected and envied financial institutions in the UK, and its subsequent spectacular collapse.

The book tells of the author's personal experiences at Northern Rock before, during and after the crisis. It comments on the events that unfolded around him and what impact they had on the business and the people within it. The book also explores the causes of the crisis and whether it could have been avoided.

About the Author:

Brian Walters joined Northern Rock in 2005 to manage the Yorkshire-based commercial finance division and was there throughout the turmoil of 2007. He left in early 2008 to join a major building society as a senior lending manager with its commercial division.

He has worked in the banking industry for over 36 years, having started his career at Barclays in 1971. He then moved up to the role of corporate manager in Coventry in 1992, and then moved to Leeds in 1999 as head of small business for West Yorkshire.

Key Features and Benefits

Lifts the lid on what really happened at Northern Rock, telling the story from an insider's perspective. Giving you valuable insights on what prompted the first run on a British bank since 1866.
The Fall of Northern Rock explores the causes of the crisis and whether it could have been avoided. Distilling information that you can use to avoid a similar collapse within your own organisation.
Written by a veteran of the banking industry, Brian Walters, with over 36 years experience in the sector.

Author: Brian Walters
Publisher: Harriman House
ISBN 10: 190564180X
ISBN 13: 9781905641802
Pages: 176
Format: Softcover
Published Date: 26 May 2008
Availability: In Stock

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