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Treasury takes 65% Lloyds stake

The taxpayer is taking a controlling stake of 65% in the Lloyds Banking Group and will insure toxic loans worth £260bn.

Treasury Minister Stephen Timms said the bank will provide additional lending to mortgage and business customers of £28bn in the next two years.

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