Nottingham Building society has carried out an ‘inclusive’ rebranding exercise - ditching its Robin Hood logo and changing its name.
The new look, and name change from The Nottingham has confused customers who love the iconic local hero.Sir Alec Shelbrooke MP, a former Conservative minister, told The Telegraph : “There’s nothing more English than the story of Robin Hood – the classic folklore legend.
"Read more: Tributes pour in from footballers after former Sheffield Utd star George Baldock, 31, is found dead in pool in GreeceRead more: Shocking moment ambulance forced off the road in hit-and-run as it raced to emergency call-outOne person commented: “Baffling decision to get rid of such a strong and identifiable badge."Another said: “Another wrote: "I preferred the old logo. Haven't you always been evolving over the last 175 years.
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