Which UK Bank is best for a sole trader?

Question

I hope to become a sole trader soon (bye bye boss!!!!) Which UK bank is best to use taking into account cost, service and need for online access?

Answer 1

Alliance & Leicester, as all the others absolutely nail you with charges for practically everything they can think of (writing a cheque, cashing a cheque, putting money in.........).
https://www.alliance-leicestercommercialbank.co.uk/

Or Perhaps BANK OF SCOTLAND
http://www.bankofscotlandbusiness.co.uk/startingyourbusiness

Answer 2

Try the state bank, Bank of England.