UK communities demand new free-to-use cash machines
Some modest, but I suspect relatively cold comfort, in proportion to the number of cash points being lost in rural areas. This story tells us:
Consumers and community groups have made more than 100 requests for free-to-use ATMs in their area, directly from operator Link in the month following the launch of a new fund.
The Community Access to Cash Delivery Fund is taking requests for free-to-use ATMs in places with poor access, and is part of measures aimed at tackling the concern that it is becoming harder for people to take out cash.
The requests so far have come from every corner of the country, with isolated rural communities, deprived urban areas and small towns all getting in touch, Link said.
If an application meets the criteria and there is a suitable location, Link will fund the new ATM directly.
There is £1m in the pot so far, but more money could be released when needed.