TROUBLED mortgage lender Northern Rock is in talks over its future, including the possibility of a buyout.
The bank said it is in discussion with a number of parties after it received approaches regarding a "variety of transactions", including the possibility of an offer being made for the company.
The bank added that no price had, as yet, been indicated and emphasised that there could be no certainty regarding the outcome of these discussions.
Comments: Our rules
We want our comments to be a lively and valuable part of our community - a place where readers can debate and engage with the most important local issues. The ability to comment on our stories is a privilege, not a right, however, and that privilege may be withdrawn if it is abused or misused.
Please report any comments that break our rules.
Read the rules hereComments are closed on this article