Liquidity risk- Narrative (Details) - GBP (£) £ in Millions	Dec. 31, 2025	Dec. 31, 2024
Liquidity risk [Abstract]
Undated subordinated liabilities	£ 16	£ 16

The amount of subordinated liabilities that do not have a specified repayment date. [Refer: Subordinated liabilities]

Reference 1: http://www.xbrl.org/2009/role/commonPracticeRef
-Note Expiry date 2027-01-01
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-URIDate 2025-03-27

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