Niamh Smyth (Cavan-Monaghan, Fianna Fail) | Oireachtas source

I welcome the Minister's reply. One thing that struck me is that many of the GAA grounds have moved to digitalisation in allowing people into the grounds. There has been huge kickback. Again, I maintain it is particularly from rural parts of the country. It is important we do that. I acknowledge the high cost of providing cash services and the move to a more digitalised banking model have incentivised banks to move away from the direct provision of cash services. I am someone who comes from a rural area and businesses need access to cash. The Minister spoke a little about the regulation of ATMs. That would also be welcome. Many small businesses need ATM services, not only for withdrawals but also for lodgements at weekends. We must ensure our banks are providing that service for the SME sector.

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