Features the story of the rise of Northern Rock, becoming one of the respected and envied financial institutions in the UK, and its subsequent collapse. This book tells of the author's personal experiences at Northern Rock before, during and after the crisis. It also explores the causes of the crisis and whether it could have been avoided.

"The Fall of Northern Rock" is essential reading for anyone wanting to understand the story behind the first run on a British bank since 1866.

About The AuthorIntroductionStarting at the RockA Short History of Northern RockThe Commercial Finance DivisionNot a Good StartGoing for Growth2006 - A Year of Optimism and GrowthThe First Signs of TroubleA Short Period of CalmBehind the ScenesThe Run on the BankThe Immediate Aftermath of the RunNorthern Rock Directors Grilled by MPsTrying to Find a SolutionThe Preferred Solution - A TakeoverLeaving the RockNationalisation AnnouncedWhat Went Wrong?Appendices- Timeline- Chart of Northern Rock's Share Price- Chart of the Bank of England Base Rate vs LIBOR