HIGH Street bank HSBC has unveiled its results for the south west.

For the company as a whole, its pre-tax profits are up by five per cent to £5,682 million this year.

"HSBC has seen a terrific start to 2005 in the south west," said Tony Mahoney, manager for HSBC in Wales and the West of England.

"We have had strong performances across commercial and personal banking, while we continue to grow our support for the individuals, businesses, and communities we serve in the region."