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An author who changed his name to God for a book was dumped by his bank.

Sheridan Simove, 35, had his HSBC account closed after changing his name by deed poll, reports The Sun.

The bachelor, of Wandsworth, South London, said: "At first they told me I needed two names to have an account - so I replied that I'd become Almighty God."

HSBC said he must use his original name.