Northern Rock plc

The Northern Rock Building Society was formed in 1965 as a result of the merger of a couple of building societies.

In 1987 the Northern Rock Building was converted into a public limited company, listed on the London Stock Exchange and authorised under the Banking Act 1987.

The Northern Rock is now a mortgage and savings bank, lending to customers in the UK through a powerful network consisting of over 70 branches plus postal, telephone and Internet operations.

Working with NECC

Northern Rock supports NECC by contributing towards many of NECC's reports, campaigns and initiatives, such as Investing in the Recovery, NECC Fiscal Policy Report . Northern Rock has also provided its support with the preparation of the Generating Growth Energy Policy Report and, on a much broader scale, it continues to provide community links which are vital to the success of our region's businesses.

Testimonial

"Northern Rock views engagement with the business community of the North East as an essential part of our activities as we rebuild our brand and work towards a return to the private sector. We have a very strong North East heritage and the NECC has acted as a strong advocate for Northern Rock over many years but especially over the recent period.

"We are proud Partner members of the NECC and remain determined to play a full and positive role in supporting and promoting our great region for many years to come."
Anthony Mooney, Retail Banking Director