Latest cash ATM withdrawal data (week ending 23 August) is now available from Link:
- There were 31.4 million ATM withdrawals last week (this is 20 million fewer than the equivalent week in 2019).
- There was a 39% reduction in ATM withdrawals compared to equivalent week in 2019.
Source: LINK
Eight things we should be thinking about as the way we pay is becoming digital by default
1: Consumers should be able to decide for themselves how they pay.
Consumers should be able to decide for themselves how they pay. For us, it is important to have a broad mix of options and that efficient methods for payment are available
Burkhard Balz, Bundesbank, Germany.
2: The issues of ‘access to cash’ and the ‘acceptability’ of cash need to be considered in tandem.
3: To preserve cash for cash sake will ultimately only serve to leave people behind.
4: All stakeholders should focus ensuring that digital payment solutions are accessible, inclusive and equitable for all in society.
5: Given that 98% people in the UK have a debit card – we must support those who have a debit card but are reluctant or feel unable to use it and seek credible solutions for the 2% who have yet to acquire a debit card.
6: The viability and sustainability of the UK’s cash supply network needs to be addressed (perhaps through the development of a utility cash supply network).
7: Ensuring a better understanding of the end user impact and economics of the ‘pay to use’ ATM network.
8: Ensuring that branch and cash facility closure communications always include details of the Current Account Switch Service (CASS).
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