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A review launched to assess the acceptance of cash payments in Jersey is seeking submissions from islanders about their views on the subject.
The Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel launched a review into methods of payment last month.
The review will explore wider consumer choice in buying goods and services, and paying bills in Jersey.
It comes after a recent States decision to restore cash payments at Government sports facilities.
Pictured: The review is seeking to hear from those who may prefer to use cash and who have been refused.
Panel chair Deputy Montford Tadier said the objective was to understand the interests of consumers and businesses, listen to concerns and experiences, and understand how payments methods were changing in an increasingly digital and contactless world.
He explained: "We are very pleased with the level of interest shown so far in this compelling subject, and we have already received 54 written submissions to date.
"This survey will allow us to gather further valuable insights that will help the Panel make informed findings and recommendations to Government."
The panel will also be holding a pop-up stand for the public to discuss their views with the Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel members directly.
Pictured: Deputy Montford Tadier is Chair of the Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel.
The survey, which only takes about 5 minutes to complete and is anonymised, can be found online.
Paper copies are also available and can be collected from the States Greffe at Morier House. The deadline for submissions is Wednesday 31 July.
If you have any questions about the survey, or would like to give a written submission, you can email scrutiny@gov.je or write to ‘The Economic and International Affairs Scrutiny Panel, Morier House, Halkett Place, St. Helier, Jersey, JE1 1DD’.
The online questionnaire is focused on individuals and businesses, but representatives from relevant organisations are encouraged to get in touch with the panel directly.
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