v3.26.1
Contingent liabilities and commitments (Tables)
 6 Months Ended
Jun. 30, 2026
Disclosure of contingent liabilities [abstract]  
Contingent liabilities and commitments
As at
30.06.26
As at
31.12.25
£m
£m
Guarantees and letters of credit pledged as collateral security
18,086
16,890
Performance guarantees, acceptances and endorsements
9,354
9,743
Documentary credits and other short-term trade related transactions
1,263
1,103
Standby facilities, credit lines and other commitments
354,644
354,285
Total 1
383,347
382,021
1 Includes exposures relating to financial assets classified as assets held for sale.