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Commons · Question 19991 · Tabled 28 Aug 2026 · Treasury · Official record

Answered 4 Sep 2026

Question

Asked by Sir Julian Smith

To ask the Chancellor of the Exchequer, what assessment he has made of the potential merits of using existing community infrastructure, including Post Office branches, to support access to cash and everyday banking transactions.

Answer

Answered by Lucy Rigby, 4 Sep 2026

The Government recognises the importance of cash, understanding that it continues to be used by millions of people across the UK, including charities, churches, voluntary organisations and community groups to support communities across the UK, and is comm...