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Doherty demands answers on ATM fee hikes

written by Rachel McLaughlin January 30, 2020
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Pearse Doherty has written to the Central Bank asking for clarity over the regulation of independently operated ATMs, after it was revealed that Bank of Ireland and AIB plan to sell off more than 1,000 cash machines across the State.

The total represents more and a quarter of all ATMs in the country.

The plans for sale prompted fears that fees will increase for using bank machines, as independently owned cash machines may charge higher withdrawal fees.

Speaking today, Donegal TD Pearse Doherty said: “There is now a serious concern that if these ATMs are bought over by independent operators, consumers could face charges of up to €3 when they withdraw cash.

“It is reported that rural communities are most likely to be affected by the sale of ATMs, leaving them particularly exposed to higher consumer charges on withdrawal.”

Deputy Doherty has also called on the Minister for Finance, Paschal Donohoe, to clarify if he knew of AIB’s plans to sell off 375 of its ATMs, given the State is the majority shareholder.

“It is reported that AIB, in which the State owns the majority of shares, is planning to sell off up to 375 of its ATMs. I would ask the Minister for Finance to clarify what discussions he has had with AIB regarding this sale.

“It has also been reported that the independent operator Euronext, which already has a large presence across Europe, has bid up to €20m for parts of the Bank of Ireland.

“These sales could see consumers hit with higher fees every time they withdraw.

“This is an issue I raised with the Central Bank in the Finance Committee on 12 November 2019. I have written to the Governor of the Central Bank for clarity regarding the regulation of these independent operators.”

Doherty demands answers on ATM fee hikes was last modified: January 30th, 2020 by Rachel McLaughlin
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