Banking Hubs: Rural Areas
Commons · Question 42444 · Tabled 31 Mar 2025 · Treasury · Official record
Answered 7 Apr 2025
Question
Asked by Sir Julian Smith
To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, whether she will make an assessment of the potential merits of reviewing the criteria used by LINK to asses applications for banking hubs to help meet the needs of rural communities.
Answer
Answered by Emma Reynolds, 7 Apr 2025
The Government recognises that cash continues to be used by millions of people across the UK, including those who may be in vulnerable groups or face challenges using alternative payment methods. The Government is committed to maintaining the viability of...