The co-op prohibits bank loans, an obstacle that partly explains the low price.

合作公寓一方禁止购房者找银行贷款，这一门槛是房价较低的部分原因。

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In a low interest rate environment, prospects for substantial profits growth at Co-op bank are limited.

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"I've been in touch with Howard Wilkinson, the chair, and the Co-op Bank, " added the Sheffield Hallam MP.

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With all the uncertainties about how the Co-op will fill the hole in Co-op Bank's capital resources, it seems unlikely that the PRA will remain quite so arms length.

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