18 July 2008
Consumers are seeing the benefits from the range of new free cash machines that were installed in the UK last year, it has been claimed. Treasury Select Committee Chairman John McFall MP and Economic Secretary to the Treasury Kitty Ussher MP both revealed that the 419 machines have been a boost for those in low-income areas. Ms Ussher remarked that such a move will generate more "financial inclusion" and may be of interest to those with credit cards. "I am also pleased that the ATM industry had made real steps to improve its signs on cash machines so that it is absolutely clear at a glance whether the machine is free or charging," she commented. Mr McFall added that it is "vital" people should get access to services such as these, especially in more deprived areas. South Derbyshire MP Mark Todd is one politician who wishes to see more free cash machines in his constituency.
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